Common Weakness Enumeration

    CWE Definition / CWE-242

    CWE-242: Use of Inherently Dangerous Function

    The product calls a function that can never be guaranteed to work safely, regardless of how it is used.

    Published:19 Jul 2006
    Organization:MITRE
    Modified:28 Oct 2026

    Related Weakness

    CWE-1177: Use of Prohibited Code