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