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KCB's mobile banking app currently authenticates users using only the last four digits of a six-digit PIN.
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Who
KCB
What
KCB's mobile banking app currently authenticates users using only the last four digits of a six-digit PIN.
When
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:14:32 GMT · 2h 42m ago
Where
Kenya ·
Why
The bank has acknowledged this as a security weakness and plans to implement full six-digit PIN support in a future update.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
Users of the KCB mobile banking app are currently authenticated with a less secure method, potentially exposing their accounts. A fix is planned for a future update.
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