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CWE-47: Path Equivalence: ' filename' (Leading Space)

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The product accepts path input in the form of leading space (' filedir') without appropriate validation, which can lead to ambiguous path resolution and allow an attacker to traverse the file system to unintended locations or access arbitrary files.

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Technical Details

Structure
Simple

Applicable To

Languages
Not Language-Specific
Platforms

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CWE-47: Path Equivalence: ' filename' (Leading Space)?+

CWE-47: Path Equivalence: ' filename' (Leading Space) is a Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) entry maintained by MITRE. The product accepts path input in the form of leading space (' filedir') without appropriate validation, which can lead to ambiguous path resolution and allow an attacker to traverse the file system to unintended locations or access arbitrary files.

What are the security consequences of Path Equivalence: ' filename' (Leading Space)?+

If exploited, CWE-47 (Path Equivalence: ' filename' (Leading Space)) it can compromise Confidentiality and Integrity, leading to outcomes such as Read Files or Directories and Modify Files or Directories.

Which programming languages are affected by Path Equivalence: ' filename' (Leading Space)?+

CWE-47 commonly affects Not Language-Specific. 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-47 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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