CVE-2024-3460
CVE-2024-3460 is a high-severity vulnerability in Kioware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-424.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.4)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (19th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-32047
- Weakness: CWE-424
- Affected product: Kioware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
In KioWare for Windows (versions all through 8.34) it is possible to exit this software and use other already opened applications utilizing a short time window before the forced automatic logout occurs. Then, by using some built-in function of these applications, one may launch any other programs. In order to exploit this vulnerability external applications must be left running when the KioWare software is launched. Additionally, an attacker must know the PIN set for this Kioware instance and also slow down the application with some specific task which extends the usable time window.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2024-3460?
- In KioWare for Windows (versions all through 8.34) it is possible to exit this software and use other already opened applications utilizing a short time window before the forced automatic logout occurs. Then, by using some built-in function of these applications, one may launch any other programs. In order to exploit this vulnerability external applications must be left running when the KioWare software is launched. Additionally, an attacker must know the PIN set for this Kioware instance and also slow down the application with some specific task which extends the usable time window.
- How severe is CVE-2024-3460?
- CVE-2024-3460 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.4, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2024-3460 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (19th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2024-3460?
- CVE-2024-3460 affects Kioware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-3460?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- Does CVE-2024-3460 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-3460 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-32047.
- When was CVE-2024-3460 published?
- CVE-2024-3460 was published on 2024-05-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://cert.pl/en/posts/2024/04/CVE-2024-3459
- https://cert.pl/posts/2024/04/CVE-2024-3459
- https://www.kioware.com/
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:kioware:kioware:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*
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