CVE-2017-6284

Name: CVE-2017-6284
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-03-06T16:29:00.387+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.08%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6284 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. 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.. EPSS estimates a 0.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

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.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.08%

0.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Nvidia	Shield Tv Firmware	<= 6.2
Google	Android	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: Mar 6, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6284?

How severe is CVE-2017-6284?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6284 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6284?

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Source: NVD / NIST