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Base · Medium

CWE-229: Improper Handling of Values

The product does not properly handle when the expected number of values for parameters, fields, or arguments is not provided in input, or if those values are undefined.

CWE-229 · Base Level

Description

The product does not properly handle when the expected number of values for parameters, fields, or arguments is not provided in input, or if those values are undefined.

Potential Impact

Integrity

Unexpected State

CWE-228: Improper Handling of Syntactically Invalid Structure

The product does not handle or incorrectly handles input that is not syntactically well-formed with respect to the assoc...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CWE-229?

CWE-229 (Improper Handling of Values) is a software weakness identified by MITRE's Common Weakness Enumeration. It is classified as a Base-level weakness. The product does not properly handle when the expected number of values for parameters, fields, or arguments is not provided in input, or if those values are undefined.

How can CWE-229 be exploited?

Attackers can exploit CWE-229 (Improper Handling of Values) to unexpected state. This weakness is typically introduced during the Implementation phase of software development.

How do I prevent CWE-229?

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-229?

CWE-229 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.