CWE•Base•Draft•1 recent CVE
CWE-477Use of Obsolete Function
Description
The code uses deprecated or obsolete functions, which suggests that the code has not been actively reviewed or maintained.
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Common consequences
- Other→Quality Degradation
Potential mitigations
- ImplementationRefer to the documentation for the obsolete function in order to determine why it is deprecated or obsolete and to learn about alternative ways to achieve the same functionality.
- RequirementsConsider seriously the security implications of using an obsolete function. Consider using alternate functions.