CWE-386

Symbolic Name not Mapping to Correct Object
AI Translation Available

A constant symbolic reference to an object is used, even though the reference can resolve to a different object over time.

Status
draft
Abstraction
base

Common Consequences

access control integrity confidentiality other non-repudiation
Impacts
gain privileges or assume identity modify application data modify files or directories read application data read files or directories other hide activities

Potential Mitigations