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

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