CWE-149—Improper Neutralization of Quoting Syntax

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released 2006-07-19 · last modified 2025-12-11

Metadata

CWE ID:: CWE-149
Abstraction:: Variant
Structure:: Simple
Status:: Draft
Release Date:: 2006-07-19
Latest Modification Date:: 2025-12-11

Weakness Name

Improper Neutralization of Quoting Syntax

Description

Quotes injected into a product can be used to compromise a system. As data are parsed, an injected/absent/duplicate/malformed use of quotes may cause the process to take unexpected actions.

Common Consequences

Scope:: Integrity
Impact:: Unexpected State

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