Choose the fault class in which the following automated static analysis check would fall:"Pointer Arithmetic" ?

Correct answer: A. Storage management faults

  • A. Storage management faults
  • B. Data Faults
  • C. Input/Output Faults
  • D. Interface faults

Explanation

Pointer arithmetic is classified here as a storage-management fault because incorrect pointer calculations can address memory outside the intended object or buffer. This can cause invalid access, corruption, or security vulnerabilities.

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