Description

Weaknesses in this category are related to improper handling of communication channels and access paths.

Applicable Platforms
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Relationships
A number of vulnerabilities are specifically related to problems in creating, managing, or removing alternate channels and alternate paths. Some of these can overlap virtual file problems. They are commonly used in "bypass" attacks, such as those that exploit authentication errors.

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