CVE-2018-5750: Infoleak
Last updated 4 July 2026
Other sources
The acpismbushcadd function in drivers/acpi/sbshc.c in the Linux kernel through 4.14.15 allows local users to obtain sensitive address information by reading dmesg data from an SBS HC printk call.
— Launchpad
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed in 5.10.262-1Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.180-1Fixed in 6.12.94-1Fixed in 6.12.101-1Fixed in 7.1.8-1Fixed in 7.1.8-2
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5750?
CVE-2018-5750 has a medium severity rating, indicating a potential security risk if exploited.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5750?
To resolve CVE-2018-5750, users should update their Linux kernel to version 4.14.16 or higher.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-5750?
CVE-2018-5750 affects local users on systems running vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel up to 4.14.15.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-5750?
CVE-2018-5750 is a local information disclosure vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Which Linux distributions are affected by CVE-2018-5750?
CVE-2018-5750 impacts various distributions including Debian and Ubuntu, especially those using Linux kernel versions up to 4.14.15.