The code contains a data element with a pointer that does not have an associated copy or constructor method.
View on MITREThis issue can prevent the product from running reliably. If the relevant code is reachable by an attacker, then this reliability problem might introduce a vulnerability.
No mitigation information available for this CWE.
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CWE-1098: Data Element containing Pointer Item without Proper Copy Control Element is a Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) entry maintained by MITRE. The code contains a data element with a pointer that does not have an associated copy or constructor method. This issue can prevent the product from running reliably. If the relevant code is reachable by an attacker, then this reliability problem might introduce a vulnerability.
If exploited, CWE-1098 (Data Element containing Pointer Item without Proper Copy Control Element) it can compromise Other, leading to outcomes such as Reduce Reliability.
A CWE (Common Weakness Enumeration) like CWE-1098 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.