Common Weakness Enumeration

    CWE Definition / CWE-530

    CWE-530: Exposure of Backup File to an Unauthorized Control Sphere

    A backup file is stored in a directory or archive that is made accessible to unauthorized actors.

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

    Related Weakness

    CWE-552: Files or Directories Accessible to External Parties