KioWare for Windows (versions all through 8.35) allows to brute force the PIN number, which protects the application from being closed, as there are no mechanisms preventing a user from excessively guessing the number.
The product does not implement sufficient measures to prevent multiple failed authentication attempts within a short time frame.
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kioware | Kioware | * | 8.35 (including) |
Common protection mechanisms include:
Use a vetted library or framework that does not allow this weakness to occur or provides constructs that make this weakness easier to avoid [REF-1482].
Consider using libraries with authentication capabilities such as OpenSSL or the ESAPI Authenticator. [REF-45]