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CWE-450 - Multiple Interpretations of UI Input

  • Abstraction:Base
  • Structure:Simple
  • Status:Draft
  • Release Date:2006-07-19
  • Latest Modification Date:2023-06-29

Weakness Name

Multiple Interpretations of UI Input

Description

The UI has multiple interpretations of user input but does not prompt the user when it selects the less secure interpretation.

Common Consequences

Scope: Other

Impact: Varies by Context

Related Weaknesses

CWE-357Insufficient UI Warning of Dangerous Operations