CVE-2026-53303
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's f2fs filesystem. This vulnerability allows for potential out-of-bounds memory access or the display of stale data. It occurs because the extension_list and related counts are read without proper synchronization, enabling a concurrent system file system (sysfs) store operation to modify the list while it is being accessed. This inconsistency can lead to system instability or incorrect information being presented.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Integrity,Other
Technical Impact: Alter Execution Logic; Unexpected State
The main problem is that -- if a lock is overcome -- data could be altered in a bad state.
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