CWE-1098—Data Element containing Pointer Item without Proper Copy Control Element

Weakness Name

Data Element containing Pointer Item without Proper Copy Control Element

Description

The code contains a data element with a pointer that does not have an associated copy or constructor method.

Common Consequences

Scope:

Other

Impact:

Reduce Reliability

Notes:

This issue can prevent the product from running reliably. If the relevant code is reachable by an attacker, then this reliability problem might introduce a vulnerability.

Related Weaknesses

• CWE-1076Insufficient Adherence to Expected Conventions