613
Mapped Taxonomy Name Node ID Fit Mapped Node Name
OMG ASCSM ASCSMCWE-
252-
resource
OMG ASCRM ASCRMCWE-
252-
data
OMG ASCRM ASCRMCWE-
252-
resource
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CWE-253: Incorrect Check of Function Return Value
Weakness ID : 253
Structure : Simple
Abstraction : Base
Description
The product incorrectly checks a return value from a function, which prevents it from detecting
errors or exceptional conditions.
Extended Description
Important and common functions will return some value about the success of its actions. This will
alert the program whether or not to handle any errors caused by that function.
Relationships
The table(s) below shows the weaknesses and high level categories that are related to this
weakness. These relationships are defined as ChildOf, ParentOf, MemberOr and give insight to
similar items that may exist at higher and lower levels of abstraction. In addition, relationships such
as PeerOf and CanAlsoBe are defined to show similar weaknesses that may want to be explored.
Relevant to the view "Research Concepts" (CWE-1000)
CWE Version 4.14
CWE-253: Incorrect Check of Function Return Value
CWE-253: Incorrect Check of Function Return Value