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CWE WEAKNESSES  /  CWE-386

CWE-386

Symbolic Name not Mapping to Correct Object

Base

What it is

A constant symbolic reference to an object is used, even though the reference can resolve to a different object over time.

Impact

Access ControlGain Privileges or Assume Identity
Integrity, Confidentiality, OtherModify Application Data, Modify Files or Directories, Read Application Data, Read Files or Directories, Other
Integrity, OtherModify Application Data, Other
Non-RepudiationHide Activities
Non-Repudiation, IntegrityModify Files or Directories

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Source: MITRE CWE. View on cwe.mitre.org →

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