CWE-266 - Incorrect Privilege Assignment
- Abstraction:Base
- Structure:Simple
- Status:Draft
- Release Date:2006-07-19
- Latest Modification Date:2023-06-29
Weakness Name
Incorrect Privilege Assignment
Description
A product incorrectly assigns a privilege to a particular actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.
Common Consequences
Scope: Access Control
Impact: Gain Privileges or Assume Identity
Notes: A user can access restricted functionality and/or sensitive information that may include administrative functionality and user accounts.
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