CVE-2023-4346

HighActively exploited (CISA KEV)

Description

KNX devices that use KNX Connection Authorization and support Option 1 are, depending on the implementation, vulnerable to being locked and users being unable to reset them to gain access to the device. The BCU key feature on the devices can be used to create a password for the device, but this password can often not be reset without entering the current password. If the device is configured to interface with a network, an attacker with access to that network could interface with the KNX installation, purge all devices without additional security options enabled, and set a BCU key, locking the device. Even if a device is not connected to a network, an attacker with physical access to the device could also exploit this vulnerability in the same way.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductKNX Association KNX Protocol Connection Authorization Option 1
PublishedAug 29, 2023
First seenAug 29, 2023
Added to KEVJul 15, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-645CWE-645

How to fix

CISA required action

Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.

CISA due date: Jul 29, 2026

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
knx connection_authorizationNo range specified—

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