CWE-1384

Improper Handling of Physical or Environmental Conditions

The product does not properly handle unexpected physical or environmental conditions that occur naturally or are artificially induced.

Mitigation

Phase: Requirements

Description:

  • In requirements, be specific about expectations for how the product will perform when it exceeds physical and environmental boundary conditions, e.g., by shutting down.
Mitigation

Phases: Architecture and Design, Implementation

Description:

  • Where possible, include independent components that can detect excess environmental conditions and have the capability to shut down the product.
Mitigation

Phases: Architecture and Design, Implementation

Description:

  • Where possible, use shielding or other materials that can increase the adversary's workload and reduce the likelihood of being able to successfully trigger a security-related failure.

No CAPEC attack patterns related to this CWE.

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