CVE-2023-41094
CWE-940Published: October 4, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
TouchLink packets processed after timeout or out of range due to Operation on a Resource after Expiration and Missing Release of Resource after Effective Lifetime may allow a device to be added outside of valid TouchLink range or pairing duration
This issue affects Ember ZNet 7.1.x from 7.1.3 through 7.1.5; 7.2.x from 7.2.0 through 7.2.3; Version 7.3 and later are unaffected
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-41094 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-41094 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts