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Schema Differences between Version 6.5 and Version 6.6

Version 6.5 Schema File: cwe_schema_v6.5.xsd -> Version 6.6 Schema File: cwe_schema_v6.6.xsd

Minor changes from 6.5 --> 6.6:

Added "Formal Verification" and "Simulation / Emulation" to the DetectionMethodEnumeration, which is used in the Detection_Method element in weaknesses.

Added "Discouraged Common Practice" to the EffectivenessEnumeration, which is used in the Mitigation element in weaknesses. "Discouraged Common Practice" is used to indicate mitigations that are commonly attempted but known to be ineffective or highly risky.

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