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CWE-1113: Inappropriate Comment Style

The source code uses comment styles or formats that are inconsistent or do not follow expected standards for the product.

CWE-1113 · Base Level

Description

The source code uses comment styles or formats that are inconsistent or do not follow expected standards for the product.

Potential Impact

Other

Reduce Maintainability

Other

Increase Analytical Complexity

CWE-1078: Inappropriate Source Code Style or Formatting

The source code does not follow desired style or formatting for indentation, white space, comments, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CWE-1113?

CWE-1113 (Inappropriate Comment Style) is a software weakness identified by MITRE's Common Weakness Enumeration. It is classified as a Base-level weakness. The source code uses comment styles or formats that are inconsistent or do not follow expected standards for the product.

How can CWE-1113 be exploited?

Attackers can exploit CWE-1113 (Inappropriate Comment Style) to reduce maintainability. This weakness is typically introduced during the Implementation phase of software development.

How do I prevent CWE-1113?

Follow secure coding practices, conduct code reviews, and use automated security testing tools (SAST/DAST) to detect this weakness early in the development lifecycle.

What is the severity of CWE-1113?

CWE-1113 is classified as a Base-level weakness (Medium abstraction). Its actual severity depends on the specific context and how the weakness manifests in your application.