CWE-477 - Use of Obsolete Function
- Abstraction:Base
- Structure:Simple
- Status:Draft
- Release Date:2006-07-19
- Latest Modification Date:2023-06-29
Weakness Name
Use of Obsolete Function
Description
The code uses deprecated or obsolete functions, which suggests that the code has not been actively reviewed or maintained.
As programming languages evolve, functions occasionally become obsolete due to: Functions that are removed are usually replaced by newer counterparts that perform the same task in some different and hopefully improved way.
Common Consequences
Scope: Other
Impact: Quality Degradation
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