CWE-554: ASP.NET Misconfiguration: Not Using Input Validation Framework

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The ASP.NET application does not use an input validation framework.

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Technical Details

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Applicable To

Languages
ASP.NET
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CWE-554: ASP.NET Misconfiguration: Not Using Input Validation Framework?+

CWE-554: ASP.NET Misconfiguration: Not Using Input Validation Framework is a Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) entry maintained by MITRE. The ASP.NET application does not use an input validation framework.

What are the security consequences of ASP.NET Misconfiguration: Not Using Input Validation Framework?+

If exploited, CWE-554 (ASP.NET Misconfiguration: Not Using Input Validation Framework) it can compromise Integrity, leading to outcomes such as Unexpected State.

How do you prevent or mitigate ASP.NET Misconfiguration: Not Using Input Validation Framework?+

Recommended mitigations for CWE-554 include: Use the ASP.NET validation framework to check all program input before it is processed by the application. Example uses of the validation framework include checking to ensure that: Phone number fields contain only valid characters in phone numbers Boolean values are only "T" or "F" Free-form strings are of a reasonable length and composition

Which programming languages are affected by ASP.NET Misconfiguration: Not Using Input Validation Framework?+

CWE-554 commonly affects ASP.NET. 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-554 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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