Brute-Force Vulnerability in KTM System e-BOK

Executive Summary

The vulnerability in KTM System e-BOK is due to the absence of any limit or timeout on consecutive login attempts. This means an attacker can make unlimited authentication requests without restriction.

Because there is no rate-limiting, attackers can efficiently perform brute-force attacks to guess user passwords.

This vulnerability becomes especially critical when combined with CVE-2026-35097, where passwords are limited to a six-digit numeric format, making brute-force attacks feasible in a short time.

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Impact Analysis

This vulnerability allows attackers to repeatedly attempt to guess user passwords without any restriction, increasing the risk of unauthorized access to user accounts.

If an attacker successfully brute-forces a password, they can gain access to sensitive information or perform unauthorized actions within the system.

The impact is heightened by the fact that passwords are limited to a six-digit numeric format, making it easier and faster for attackers to compromise accounts.

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Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, apply the patch published in June 2026 that fixes the issue by implementing limits or timeouts on consecutive login attempts.

Additionally, consider enforcing stronger password policies beyond the six-digit numeric format to reduce the risk of brute-force attacks.

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