What is the vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA Security Engine vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA Security Engine vulnerability is CVE-2017-6284.

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6284?

The severity of CVE-2017-6284 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.

Which software and versions are affected by CVE-2017-6284?

Nvidia Shield Tv Firmware up to version 6.2 and Google Android are affected by CVE-2017-6284.

How does the vulnerability in the Deterministic Random Bit Generator (DRBG) affect the NVIDIA Security Engine?

The vulnerability in the Deterministic Random Bit Generator (DRBG) of the NVIDIA Security Engine allows for the improper initialization and storage or transmission of sensitive data, leading to potential information disclosure.

How can I fix CVE-2017-6284?

To fix CVE-2017-6284, NVIDIA recommends updating to the latest version of Nvidia Shield Tv Firmware and Google Android when available.

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CVE-2017-6284

medium

5.5

CWE

200 326

26/2/2018

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-6284: Infoleak

First published: Mon Feb 26 2018(Updated: )

NVIDIA Security Engine contains a vulnerability in the Deterministic Random Bit Generator (DRBG) where the DRBG does not properly initialize and store or transmits sensitive data using a weakened encryption scheme that is unable to protect sensitive data which may lead to information disclosure.This issue is rated as moderate.

Credit: psirt@nvidia.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Nvidia Shield Tv Firmware	<=6.2
Nvidia Shield Tv
Google Android

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What is the vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA Security Engine vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA Security Engine vulnerability is CVE-2017-6284.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6284?
The severity of CVE-2017-6284 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
Which software and versions are affected by CVE-2017-6284?
Nvidia Shield Tv Firmware up to version 6.2 and Google Android are affected by CVE-2017-6284.
How does the vulnerability in the Deterministic Random Bit Generator (DRBG) affect the NVIDIA Security Engine?
The vulnerability in the Deterministic Random Bit Generator (DRBG) of the NVIDIA Security Engine allows for the improper initialization and storage or transmission of sensitive data, leading to potential information disclosure.
How can I fix CVE-2017-6284?
To fix CVE-2017-6284, NVIDIA recommends updating to the latest version of Nvidia Shield Tv Firmware and Google Android when available.

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