CWE-506 is Embedded Malicious Code. The flaw arises when the product contains code that appears to be malicious in nature. The database currently holds 11 vulnerabilities mapped to CWE-506 and 4 of them are in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
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The product contains code that appears to be malicious in nature.
Malicious flaws have acquired colorful names, including Trojan horse, trapdoor, timebomb, and logic-bomb. A developer might insert malicious code with the intent to subvert the security of a product or its host system at some time in the future. It generally refers to a program that performs a useful service but exploits rights of the program's user in a way the user does not intend.
| Impact | Scope | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Execute Unauthorized Code or Commands | Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability | - |
| Method | Approach | Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|
| Manual Static Analysis - Binary or Bytecode | According to SOAR [REF-1479], the following detection techniques may be useful: ``` Cost effective for partial coverage: ``` Binary / Bytecode disassembler - then use manual analysis for vulnerabilities & anomalies Generated Code Inspection | SOAR Partial |
| Dynamic Analysis with Manual Results Interpretation | According to SOAR [REF-1479], the following detection techniques may be useful: ``` Cost effective for partial coverage: ``` Automated Monitored Execution | SOAR Partial |
| Manual Static Analysis - Source Code | According to SOAR [REF-1479], the following detection techniques may be useful: ``` Cost effective for partial coverage: ``` Manual Source Code Review (not inspections) | SOAR Partial |
| Automated Static Analysis | According to SOAR [REF-1479], the following detection techniques may be useful: ``` Cost effective for partial coverage: ``` Origin Analysis | SOAR Partial |
Below are representative vulnerabilities related to this CWE, prioritized by severity.
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