CWE-486—Comparison of Classes by Name

Weakness Name

Comparison of Classes by Name

Description

The product compares classes by name, which can cause it to use the wrong class when multiple classes can have the same name.

If the decision to trust the methods and data of an object is based on the name of a class, it is possible for malicious users to send objects of the same name as trusted classes and thereby gain the trust afforded to known classes and types.

Common Consequences

Scope:

Integrity, Confidentiality, Availability

Impact:

Execute Unauthorized Code or Commands

Notes:

If a product relies solely on the name of an object to determine identity, it may execute the incorrect or unintended code.

Related Weaknesses

• CWE-1025Comparison Using Wrong Factors