CWE-66: CWE-66: Improper Handling of File Names that Identify Virtual Resources

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Technical Details

Structure: Simple
Vulnerability Mapping: ALLOWED

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CWE-66: CWE-66: Improper Handling of File Names that Identify Virtual Resources?+

CWE-66: CWE-66: Improper Handling of File Names that Identify Virtual Resources is a Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) entry maintained by MITRE. Description Extended Description

What are the security consequences of CWE-66: Improper Handling of File Names that Identify Virtual Resources?+

If exploited, CWE-66 (CWE-66: Improper Handling of File Names that Identify Virtual Resources) it can compromise Other, leading to outcomes such as Scope: Other.

Which programming languages are affected by CWE-66: Improper Handling of File Names that Identify Virtual Resources?+

CWE-66 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-66 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.