Common Weakness Enumeration

    CWE Definition / CWE-159

    CWE-159: Improper Handling of Invalid Use of Special Elements

    The product does not properly filter, remove, quote, or otherwise manage the invalid use of special elements in user-controlled input, which could cause adverse effect on its behavior and integrity.

    Published:19 Jul 2006
    Organization:MITRE
    Modified:11 Dec 2025

    Related Weakness

    CWE-138: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements

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