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CWE-541: Inclusion of Sensitive Information in an Include File

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If an include file source is accessible, the file can contain usernames and passwords, as well as sensitive information pertaining to the application and system.

How to prevent it (2 mitigations)

  1. Architecture and Design

    Do not store sensitive information in include files.

  2. Architecture and Design, System Configuration

    Protect include files from being exposed.

Source: MITRE CWE-541

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