Variant · Low-Medium

CWE-554: ASP.NET Misconfiguration: Not Using Input Validation Framework

The ASP.NET application does not use an input validation framework.

CWE-554 · Variant Level ·1 Mitigations

Description

The ASP.NET application does not use an input validation framework.

Potential Impact

Integrity

Unexpected State

Mitigations & Prevention

Architecture and Design

Use the ASP.NET validation framework to check all program input before it is processed by the application. Example uses of the validation framework include checking to ensure that:

Taxonomy Mappings

  • Software Fault Patterns: SFP24 — Tainted input to command

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CWE-554?

CWE-554 (ASP.NET Misconfiguration: Not Using Input Validation Framework) is a software weakness identified by MITRE's Common Weakness Enumeration. It is classified as a Variant-level weakness. The ASP.NET application does not use an input validation framework.

How can CWE-554 be exploited?

Attackers can exploit CWE-554 (ASP.NET Misconfiguration: Not Using Input Validation Framework) to unexpected state. This weakness is typically introduced during the Architecture and Design, Implementation phase of software development.

How do I prevent CWE-554?

Key mitigations include: Use the ASP.NET validation framework to check all program input before it is processed by the application. Example uses of the validation framework include checking to ensure that:

What is the severity of CWE-554?

CWE-554 is classified as a Variant-level weakness (Low-Medium abstraction). Its actual severity depends on the specific context and how the weakness manifests in your application.