CWE-549: Missing Password Field Masking
The product does not mask passwords during entry, increasing the potential for attackers to observe and capture passwords.
How it's found
Missing Password Field Masking is typically found by tracing untrusted input from where it enters the system to the point where it is used without the check or neutralization this weakness describes, combining manual code review with dynamic testing.
Consequences
- Bypass Protection Mechanism
Mitigations
- Implementation/Requirements: Recommendations include requiring all password fields in your web application be masked to prevent other users from seeing this information.
Where this fits in a TurboPentest engagement
TurboPentest's agentic pentest is powerful and covers a broad range of issues automatically. This particular class is best confirmed in a manual IntegSec engagement, where human pentesters apply deeper methodology and a larger context window than any automated pass.
Frequently asked questions
What is CWE-549?
The product does not mask passwords during entry, increasing the potential for attackers to observe and capture passwords.
How do you find Missing Password Field Masking?
Missing Password Field Masking is typically found by tracing untrusted input from where it enters the system to the point where it is used without the check or neutralization this weakness describes, combining manual code review with dynamic testing.
What is the impact of CWE-549?
Bypass Protection Mechanism
Does TurboPentest test for Missing Password Field Masking?
TurboPentest's agentic pentest is powerful and covers a broad range of issues automatically. This particular class is best confirmed in a manual IntegSec engagement, where human pentesters apply deeper methodology and a larger context window than any automated pass.
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