CVE-2024-3460

Name: CVE-2024-3460
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-05-14T15:41:12.85+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7/10EPSS 0.27%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-3460 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7/10 on the CVSS scale. 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. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

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.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.27%

19.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-424

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Kioware	Kioware	<= 8.34

References

https://cert.pl/en/posts/2024/04/CVE-2024-3459Broken Link, Third Party Advisory
https://cert.pl/posts/2024/04/CVE-2024-3459Broken Link, Third Party Advisory
https://www.kioware.com/Product
https://cert.pl/en/posts/2024/04/CVE-2024-3459Broken Link, Third Party Advisory
https://cert.pl/posts/2024/04/CVE-2024-3459Broken Link, Third Party Advisory
https://www.kioware.com/Product

Timeline

Published: May 14, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-3460?

How severe is CVE-2024-3460?

CVE-2024-3460 has a CVSS score of 7/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-3460?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST