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Testing for Integer Overflow or Wraparound
An integer overflow or wraparound may often be intended behavior | however, it can also introduce other weaknesses and security consequences. This course introduces ways to identify and mitigate this security weakness, referenced as CWE-190 by the 2020 CWE Top 25.
Course Overview
Learning Objectives
On successful completion of this course, learners should have the knowledge and skills to:
- Identify Integer Overflow or Wraparound vulnerabilities
- Recognize the potential impact of this vulnerability
- Apply coding best practices to avoid it
- Find Integer Overflow or Wraparound vulnerabilities in your applications source code
- Test your application to detect it
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
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