CVE-2017-3225: Das U-Boot's AES-CBC encryption feature uses a zero (0) initialization vector that may allow attacks against the underlying cryptographic implementation and allow an attacker to decrypt the data

Published Jul 24, 2018
·
Updated

Das U-Boot is a device bootloader that can read its configuration from an AES encrypted file. For devices utilizing this environment encryption mode, U-Boot's use of a zero initialization vector may allow attacks against the underlying cryptographic implementation and allow an attacker to decrypt the data. Das U-Boot's AES-CBC encryption feature uses a zero (0) initialization vector. This allows an attacker to perform dictionary attacks on encrypted data produced by Das U-Boot to learn information about the encrypted data.

Affected Software

1 affected component
DENX U-Boot<2017.09

Event History

Jul 24, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-3225?

CVE-2017-3225 is a vulnerability in Das U-Boot bootloader that allows an attacker to decrypt the encrypted configuration file due to the use of a zero initialization vector.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2017-3225?

The severity of CVE-2017-3225 is medium with a CVSS score of 4.6.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-3225?

Devices utilizing Das U-Boot bootloader with versions up to and excluding 2017.09 are affected by CVE-2017-3225.

4

How does CVE-2017-3225 impact the cryptographic implementation?

CVE-2017-3225 allows attacks against the underlying cryptographic implementation used by Das U-Boot bootloader.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2017-3225?

For more information about CVE-2017-3225, you can refer to the following resources: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100675 and https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/166743.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203