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CWE-288 - Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel

  • Abstraction:Base
  • Structure:Simple
  • Status:Incomplete
  • Release Date:2006-07-19
  • Latest Modification Date:2024-11-19

Weakness Name

Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel

Description

The product requires authentication, but the product has an alternate path or channel that does not require authentication.

Common Consequences

Scope: Access Control

Impact: Bypass Protection Mechanism

Related Weaknesses

CWE-284Improper Access Control

CWE-306Missing Authentication for Critical FunctionHigh

CWE-420Unprotected Alternate Channel