Rule Definition
Using GOTO code breaks the process execution flow and makes the code more difficult to understand and maintain.
Remediation
Try to restructure the program and replace GOTO jumps with PERFORM.
Reference
IBM Enterprise Cobol for z/OS - Programming Guide
Related Technologies
Cobol
Technical Criterion
CWE-1075 - Unconditional Control Flow Transfer outside of Switch Block
About CAST Appmarq
CAST Appmarq is by far the biggest repository of data about real IT systems. It's built on thousands of analyzed applications, made of 35 different technologies, by over 300 business organizations across major verticals. It provides IT Leaders with factual key analytics to let them know if their applications are on track.