Unexpected Status Code or Return Value
The software does not properly check when a function or operation returns a value that is legitimate for the function, but is not expected by the software.
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Weaknesses in this category are related to the CISQ Quality Measures for Reliability. Presence of these weaknesses could reduce the reliability of the software.
This category identifies Software Fault Patterns (SFPs) within the Unchecked Status Condition cluster (SFP4).
This category includes weaknesses that occur if a function does not generate the correct return/status code, or if the application does not handle all possible return/...
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