CWE-532 - Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File
CWE-532 Medium
- Abstraction:
- Base
- Structure:
- Simple
- Status:
- Incomplete
- Weakness Name
Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File
- Description
Information written to log files can be of a sensitive nature and give valuable guidance to an attacker or expose sensitive user information.
While logging all information may be helpful during development stages, it is important that logging levels be set appropriately before a product ships so that sensitive user data and system information are not accidentally exposed to potential attackers. Different log files may be produced and stored for:
- Common Consequences
Scope: Confidentiality
Impact: Read Application Data
Notes: Logging sensitive user data often provides attackers with an additional, less-protected path to acquiring the information.
- Related Weaknesses
- Release Date:
- 2006-07-19
- Latest Modification Date:
- 2023-10-26
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