CWE-407 is Inefficient Algorithmic Complexity. The flaw arises when an algorithm in a product has an inefficient worst-case computational complexity that may be detrimental to system performance and can be triggered by an attacker, typically using crafted manipulations that ensure that the worst case is being reached.
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An algorithm in a product has an inefficient worst-case computational complexity that may be detrimental to system performance and can be triggered by an attacker, typically using crafted manipulations that ensure that the worst case is being reached.
| Impact | Scope | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| DoS: Resource Consumption (CPU), DoS: Resource Consumption (Memory), DoS: Resource Consumption (Other) | Availability | The typical consequence is CPU consumption, but memory consumption and consumption of other resources can also occur. |
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