[STM32L562E-DK] I cannot disable TrustZone (TZEN) - Error programming Option Bytes
- February 21, 2026
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Hello everyone,
I'm trying to disable the TrustZone (TZEN bit) on an STM32L562E-DK development board to leave it in a completely clean state (without protections) so I can use it as a standard MCU. However, I'm encountering errors when trying to modify the Option Bytes with STM32CubeProgrammer, and I would appreciate your help.
My configuration:
- Board: STM32L562E-DK
- Software: STM32CubeProgrammer v2.21.0
- Connection: Integrated ST-LINK (SWD at 8000 kHz)
- Current Option Bytes status (initial read):
- TZEN = 0x1 (Trust Zone enabled)
- RDP = 0xAA (Level 0, no readout protection)
- SECWM1_PSTRT = 0x0, SECWM1_PEND = 0x7F (Safe area defined)
- Screenshots of the complete configuration are attached.
The problem:
From the STM32CubeProgrammer graphical interface, I can modify and apply changes to almost all Option Bytes (such as safe areas or write protection) without issue. However, when I try to uncheck the TZEN box (to set it to 0) and click "Apply," I get the following errors:
Error: Option Byte Programming failed Or modified by application after OB_LAUNCH
Error: Expected value for Option Byte "TZEN": 0x0, found: 0x1
It appears that the TZEN bit refuses to change and remains at 1.
What I've tried so far (following application notes and other forum threads):
- Hot Plug Connection: I connected the board with the software in "Hot Plug" mode to attempt the modification without a prior reset.
- Combined Modification with RDP: I read that to disable TZEN, it's necessary to modify the RDP level simultaneously. I tried changing RDP from 0xAA to 0xDC (Level 1) and then back to 0xAA simultaneously with changing TZEN to 0, but I get the following error:
- Error: ST-LINK error (DEV_TARGET_NOT_HALTED)
- Booting from RSS:
- I configured nSWBOOT0 to 1 so that BOOT0 is taken from the physical pin.
- I bridged pin 5 (VDD) and pin 7 (PH3_BOOT0) on connector CN11 to force a boot from RSS.
- I reconnected in "Hot Plug" mode with the bridge in place.
- Result: I keep getting the exact same errors when trying to apply the TZEN change.
My question is: What am I missing? Are there any additional steps or specific requirements for the STM32L562E-DK that I'm overlooking? I've tried doing it through the command line (STM32_Programmer_CLI.exe), but the result is the same. Has anyone successfully disabled TrustZone on this board and could share the exact command sequence or steps?