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Improper Resource Shutdown or Release

CWE-404 · Class · Draft

The product does not release or incorrectly releases a resource before it is made available for re-use.

Extended description

When a resource is created or allocated, the developer is responsible for properly releasing the resource as well as accounting for all potential paths of expiration or invalidation, such as a set period of time or revocation.

CVEs With This Weakness

773

Nuclei Scanner Templates

2
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