CWE-1098 - Data Element containing Pointer Item without Proper Copy Control Element
- Abstraction:Base
- Structure:Simple
- Status:Incomplete
- Release Date:2019-01-03
- Latest Modification Date:2023-06-29
Weakness Name
Data Element containing Pointer Item without Proper Copy Control Element
Description
The code contains a data element with a pointer that does not have an associated copy or constructor method.
This issue can prevent the product from running reliably. If the relevant code is reachable by an attacker, then this reliability problem might introduce a vulnerability.
Common Consequences
Scope: Other
Impact: Reduce Reliability