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CWE-484 - Omitted Break Statement in Switch

CWE-484 Medium

  • Abstraction:
  • Base
  • Structure:
  • Simple
  • Status:
  • Draft
Weakness Name

Omitted Break Statement in Switch

Description

The product omits a break statement within a switch or similar construct, causing code associated with multiple conditions to execute. This can cause problems when the programmer only intended to execute code associated with one condition.

This can lead to critical code executing in situations where it should not.

Common Consequences

Scope: Other

Impact: Alter Execution Logic

Notes: This weakness can cause unintended logic to be executed and other unexpected application behavior.

Related Weaknesses
  • Release Date:
  • 2006-07-19
  • Latest Modification Date:
  • 2023-10-26

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