Base weakness
Incomplete
CWE-356: Product UI does not Warn User of Unsafe Actions
The product's user interface does not warn the user before undertaking an unsafe action on behalf of that user. This makes it easier for attackers to trick users into inflicting damage to their system.
Last updated
30
Recorded CVEs
With this primary weakness
0
KEVs
In the CISA KEV catalog
Not rated
Likelihood of exploit
Per MITRE
Base
Abstraction
MITRE classification
Overview
Product systems should warn users that a potentially dangerous action may occur if the user proceeds. For example, if the user downloads a file from an unknown source and attempts to execute the file on their machine, then the application's GUI can indicate that the file is unsafe.
Real-world CVEs
30 recorded CVEs are caused by CWE-356 (Product UI does not Warn User of Unsafe Actions). The highest-severity and most recent are shown first. 3 new CWE-356 CVEs have been recorded so far in 2026 (12 in 2025).