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CVE-2008-3171: Apple Safari sends Referer headers containing https URLs to different https web sites, which allows remote...

Apple Safari sends Referer headers containing https URLs to different https web sites, which allows remote attackers to obtain potentially sensitive information by reading Referer log data.

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Safari could send the full HTTPS page address as a Referer header when a user moved to another HTTPS site. If that source URL contained sensitive data, the destination site could record it in logs. The bundle does not identify affected versions, a patch, or current exploit activity. Potential exposure is limited to users browsing with affected Safari versions, but the bundle does not name versions or platforms. Risk is highest where applications place tokens, personal data, account identifiers, or internal paths in URLs. Handle as a legacy browser privacy and data-leakage concern, not a confirmed emergency. Prioritize if the organization still supports older Safari clients or uses URLs containing sensitive identifiers. Mitigation focus: Check current Apple or Safari vendor guidance for affected versions and fixes.; Avoid placing secrets, tokens, or personal data in URLs.; Review applications for sensitive data in query strings or paths..

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