Non-SQL Invokable Control Element with Excessive Number of Data Resource Accesses

Incomplete Base
Structure: Simple
Description

The product contains a client with a function or method that contains a large number of data accesses/queries that are sent through a data manager, i.e., does not use efficient database capabilities.

Extended Description

This issue can make the product perform more slowly. If the relevant code is reachable by an attacker, then this performance problem might introduce a vulnerability. While the interpretation of "large number of data accesses/queries" may vary for each product or developer, CISQ recommends a default maximum of 2 data accesses per function/method.

Common Consequences 1
Scope: Other

Impact: Reduce Performance

References 1
Automated Source Code Performance Efficiency Measure (ASCPEM)
Object Management Group (OMG)
01-2016
ID: REF-959
Applicable Platforms
Languages:
SQL : Often
Technologies:
Database Server : Often
Taxonomy Mapping
  • OMG ASCPEM