CVE-2026-63817
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's F2FS file system. When the compress_cache mount option is disabled, a corrupted directory entry could point to an invalid inode number. The system incorrectly processes this as a valid internal inode, bypassing critical validation checks. This vulnerability could lead to unexpected system behavior or potential file system corruption.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Access Control
Technical Impact: Bypass Protection Mechanism
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