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Weakness (CWE)

CWE-697

Incorrect Comparison

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The product compares two entities in a security-relevant context, but the comparison is incorrect.

This Pillar covers several possibilities: - the comparison checks one factor incorrectly; - the comparison should consider multiple factors, but it does not check at least one of those factors at all; - the comparison checks the wrong factor.

Common consequences

  • Other → Varies by Context

CVEs with this weakness

Frequently asked questions

What is CWE-697?

The product compares two entities in a security-relevant context, but the comparison is incorrect. This Pillar covers several possibilities: - the comparison checks one factor incorrectly; - the comparison should consider multiple factors, but it does not check at least one of those factors at all; - the comparison checks the wrong factor. Common consequences Other → Varies by Context

Which platforms does CWE-697 affect?

CWE-697 has been observed on: Not Technology-Specific.

How many CVEs does Rainforest track for CWE-697?

Rainforest Labs currently tracks 1 published CVEs mapped to CWE-697. They are listed on this page.

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