CWE-1336

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements Used in a Template Engine

The product uses a template engine to insert or process externally-influenced input, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements or syntax that can be interpreted as template expressions or other code directives when processed by the engine.

Mitigation

Phase: Architecture and Design

Description:

  • Choose a template engine that offers a sandbox or restricted mode, or at least limits the power of any available expressions, function calls, or commands.
Mitigation

Phase: Implementation

Description:

  • Use the template engine's sandbox or restricted mode, if available.

No CAPEC attack patterns related to this CWE.

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