CWE-222 - Truncation of Security-relevant Information
- Abstraction:Base
- Structure:Simple
- Status:Draft
- Release Date:2006-07-19
- Latest Modification Date:2023-10-26
Weakness Name
Truncation of Security-relevant Information
Description
The product truncates the display, recording, or processing of security-relevant information in a way that can obscure the source or nature of an attack.
Common Consequences
Scope: Non-Repudiation
Impact: Hide Activities
Notes: The source of an attack will be difficult or impossible to determine. This can allow attacks to the system to continue without notice.
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