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  • n  a cache that stores copies of frequently used disk sectors in random access memory (RAM) so they can be read without accessing the slower disk
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  • 21 Financial Sites Found To Store Sensitive Data In Browser Disk Cache
    An anonymous reader writes "The LA Times mentions that after visiting well known sites such as ADP, Verizon Wireless, Scottrade, Geico, Equifax, PayPal and Allstate, sensitive data remains in the browser disk cache despite those sites using SSL. This included full credit reports, prescription history, payroll statements, partial SSNs, credit card statements, and canceled checks. Web servers are ...
    June 20, 2013 - Slashdot

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