CWE-71: DEPRECATED: Apple '.DS_Store'
This entry has been deprecated as it represents a specific observed example of a UNIX Hard Link weakness type rather than its own individual weakness type. Please refer to CWE-62.
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Overview
CWE-71 (DEPRECATED: Apple '.DS_Store') is a variant-level software weakness catalogued by MITRE in the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE). It describes a recurring type of mistake that can lead to exploitable security vulnerabilities.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about CWE-71.
What is CWE-71?
This entry has been deprecated as it represents a specific observed example of a UNIX Hard Link weakness type rather than its own individual weakness type. Please refer to CWE-62.
References
- MITRE CWE definition (CWE-71) (opens in a new tab)
- CWE-71 vulnerabilities on NVD (opens in a new tab)
- Learn: What is a CWE?
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