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CWE-821 – Incorrect Synchronization

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Description

The software utilizes a shared resource in a concurrent manner, but it does not correctly synchronize access to the resource.

If access to a shared resource is not correctly synchronized, then the resource may not be in a state that is expected by the software. This might lead to unexpected or insecure behaviors, especially if an attacker can influence the shared resource.

Modes of Introduction:

Likelihood of Exploit:

 

Related Weaknesses

CWE-662
CWE-662
CWE-662

 

Consequences

Integrity, Confidentiality, Other: Modify Application Data, Read Application Data, Alter Execution Logic

 

Potential Mitigations

CVE References