CWE-1078βInappropriate Source Code Style or Formatting
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released 2019-01-03 Β· last modified 2026-04-30
Metadata
- CWE ID:
- CWE-1078
- Abstraction:
- Class
- Structure:
- Simple
- Status:
- Incomplete
- Release Date:
- 2019-01-03
- Latest Modification Date:
- 2026-04-30
Weakness Name
Inappropriate Source Code Style or Formatting
Description
The source code does not follow desired style or formatting for indentation, white space, comments, etc.
Common Consequences
- Scope:
- Other
- Impact:
- Increase Analytical Complexity
- Notes:
- Variations in indentation and other white space, comments, etc. can make it more difficult for human analysts to understand the actual behavior that is being implemented.