A buffer overflow occurs when attributes of a software object are forced to execute native code due to a flaw in the software's design.

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A buffer overflow occurs when an attacker overrides a software object's boundaries and overwrites adjacent memory with malicious code that is designed to be executed by the processor. This happens due to a flaw in the software's design, usually in its input validation or memory management mechanisms.

A Buffer Overflow Occurs When Attributes of a Software Object