CVE-2017-6284

Description

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.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.01%
Vendor Advisory custhelp.com
Affected: Nvidia Corporation SHIELD TV
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4631 vendor advisory
https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4787

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6284?
CVE-2017-6284 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-6284?
To fix CVE-2017-6284, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-6284 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-6284 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-6284?
CVE-2017-6284 affects Nvidia Corporation SHIELD TV.
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