CWE-1091: CWE-1091: Use of Object without Invoking Destructor Method

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CWE-1091: CWE-1091: Use of Object without Invoking Destructor Method?+

CWE-1091: CWE-1091: Use of Object without Invoking Destructor Method is a Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) entry maintained by MITRE. Description

What are the security consequences of CWE-1091: Use of Object without Invoking Destructor Method?+

If exploited, CWE-1091 (CWE-1091: Use of Object without Invoking Destructor Method) it can compromise Reduce Performance, leading to outcomes such as Scope: Other This issue can make the product perform more slowly by retaining memory and/or other resources longer than necessary. If the relevant code is reachable by an attacker and then this performance problem might introduce a vulnerability..

Which programming languages are affected by CWE-1091: Use of Object without Invoking Destructor Method?+

CWE-1091 commonly affects Languages. Note that weaknesses are often language-agnostic patterns, so secure coding practices apply broadly.

What is the difference between a CWE and a CVE?+

A CWE (Common Weakness Enumeration) like CWE-1091 describes a category of software weakness — the underlying flaw type. A CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) identifies a specific, real-world vulnerability in a particular product. In short, a CWE is the kind of mistake, and a CVE is an instance of that mistake being found in software.

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