Common Weakness Enumeration

    CWE Definition / CWE-209

    CWE-209: Generation of Error Message Containing Sensitive Information

    The product generates an error message that includes sensitive information about its environment, users, or associated data.

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

    Related Weakness

    CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor

    CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor

    CWE-755: Improper Handling of Exceptional Conditions