CWE-436 - Interpretation Conflict
- Abstraction:Class
- Structure:Simple
- Status:Incomplete
- Release Date:2006-07-19
- Latest Modification Date:2023-06-29
Weakness Name
Interpretation Conflict
Description
Product A handles inputs or steps differently than Product B, which causes A to perform incorrect actions based on its perception of B's state.
This is generally found in proxies, firewalls, anti-virus software, and other intermediary devices that monitor, allow, deny, or modify traffic based on how the client or server is expected to behave.
Common Consequences
Scope: Integrity, Other
Impact: Unexpected State, Varies by Context
