Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WBCENFFF)

Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WBCENFFF)
Security Grade B Calculator v1	Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt Brand: Schlage (Parent: Allegion) Category: Lock • Model / Gen: BE499WBCENFFF Release Date: 2022-03-01 • Status: In sale Classification Date: 2026-10-26 • Official Website

Security Evaluation

1. Device Security

Criterion	Value	Proof	Comment
Known hardware tampering	Very common	🔗 Proof	Exterior keypad/keyway, interior battery cover, and mounting screws are physically accessible.
Known vulnerabilities	None	🔗 Proof	An exact-model NVD search returned no CVE records for the Encode Plus at the time of research.
Prior attacks	None	🔗 Proof	No public model-specific botnet or lock-bypass campaign was found.
Updatability	Very common	🔗 Proof	Schlage provides support documentation and app-based firmware/feature updates.
Category Score	Score: 2 / 3

2. System Security

Criterion	Value	Proof	Comment
Authentication with other systems	Full	🔗 Proof	Works with Apple Home/HomeKit and Apple home keys using authenticated pairing; also supports Alexa and Google Assistant.
Communications	Encrypted with up-to-date encryption	🔗 Proof	Schlage states that the lock uses a secure, encrypted connection over Wi-Fi.
Storage	Encrypted with obselete encryption	🔗 Proof	Access codes and lock data are stored locally; encryption at rest is not publicly detailed.
Category Score	Score: 2 / 3

3. User Authentication

Criterion	Value	Proof	Comment
Account management	Full	🔗 Proof	Supports up to 100 access codes, multiple locks, scheduled codes, and user management through the app.
Authentication	Secure	🔗 Proof	Keypad code plus app/Apple home key access; a physical backup key is also included.
Brute-force protection	Basic	🔗 Proof	No public lockout/attempt-limit policy; partial evidence only.
Event logging	Access event logged	🔗 Proof	The Schlage Home app provides lock history and customizable notifications.
Passwords	Require change after setup with complexity requirements	🔗 Proof	Uses a unique programming code and user-set access codes; default/common passwords are not documented.
Category Score	Score: 2 / 3

Technical Specifications

Property	Details
Operating System & App	Embedded firmware (Companion App: Schlage Home app (Android/iOS))
Hardware (CPU / GPU)	CPU: • GPU:
Memory & Storage	Memory: • Storage:
Power, Battery & Charging	Battery: AA batteries • Power: • Charging: No
Display & Camera	Display: No • Camera:
Sound & Connectivity	Sound: • Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi; Bluetooth
Physical (Dimensions & Mass)	Dimensions: • Mass:

Prepared from public product documentation, vendor security information, and NVD records. The release date is approximate where the vendor did not state a day. No device was physically tested, scanned, or attacked. Each score links to the public evidence used for the assessment.