CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')

BaseDraftExploit Likelihood: Medium

The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource.

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Structure
Simple

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Languages
Not Language-Specific
Platforms
WindowsUnix

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