The present disclosure relates to a device for attaching a control unit, preferentially an electronic engine control unit, to a component of an internal combustion engine. The device includes a first connecting component which is designed in order to be attached to the component of the internal combustion engine the first connecting component comprising a first fluid duct. The device further includes a second connecting component, which, via at least one damping element, is attached, spaced from the first fluid duct, to the first connecting component and is designed for mounting the control unit.