Brute Force Vulnerability in KioWare for Windows Allows Unauthorized Access

CVE-2024-3461

What is CVE-2024-3461?

A security vulnerability exists in KioWare for Windows that allows attackers to perform brute force attacks against the PIN that secures the application. This weakness arises from the lack of protective mechanisms that would limit the number of incorrect attempts a user can make when guessing the PIN. As a result, unauthorized users could potentially gain access to the application by systematically trying various PIN combinations. Users and administrators of KioWare for Windows should consider implementing additional security measures to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

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