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CWE-509 - Replicating Malicious Code (Virus or Worm)

  • Abstraction:Base
  • Structure:Simple
  • Status:Incomplete
  • Release Date:2006-07-19
  • Latest Modification Date:2024-07-16

Weakness Name

Replicating Malicious Code (Virus or Worm)

Description

Replicating malicious code, including viruses and worms, will attempt to attack other systems once it has successfully compromised the target system or the product.

Common Consequences

Scope: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability

Impact: Execute Unauthorized Code or Commands

Related Weaknesses

CWE-507Trojan Horse