Improper input validation

Improper input validation^[1] or unchecked user input is a type of vulnerability in computer software that may be used for security exploits.^[2] This vulnerability is caused when "The product does not validate or incorrectly validates input that can affect the control flow or data flow of a program."^[1]

Examples include:

References

^ ^a ^b "CWE-20: Improper Input Validation". Common Weakness Enumeration. MITRE. December 13, 2010. Retrieved February 22, 2011.
^ Erickson, Jon (2008). Hacking: the art of exploitation. No Starch Press Series (2, illustrated ed.). Safari Books Online. ISBN 978-1-59327-144-2.

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[:0-1] "CWE-20: Improper Input Validation". Common Weakness Enumeration. MITRE. December 13, 2010. Retrieved February 22, 2011.

[hacking-2] Erickson, Jon (2008). Hacking: the art of exploitation. No Starch Press Series (2, illustrated ed.). Safari Books Online. ISBN 978-1-59327-144-2.

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