CWE-683: CWE-683: Function Call With Incorrect Order of Arguments

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What is CWE-683: CWE-683: Function Call With Incorrect Order of Arguments?+

CWE-683: CWE-683: Function Call With Incorrect Order of Arguments is a Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) entry maintained by MITRE. Description Extended Description

What are the security consequences of CWE-683: Function Call With Incorrect Order of Arguments?+

If exploited, CWE-683 (CWE-683: Function Call With Incorrect Order of Arguments) it can compromise Quality Degradation, leading to outcomes such as Scope: Other.

How do you prevent or mitigate CWE-683: Function Call With Incorrect Order of Arguments?+

Recommended mitigations for CWE-683 include: Use the function, procedure, or routine as specified.

Which programming languages are affected by CWE-683: Function Call With Incorrect Order of Arguments?+

CWE-683 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-683 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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