CVE-2026-63820
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's f2fs (Flash-Friendly File System) component. This vulnerability occurs when the f2fs_read_data_large_folio() function fails to submit a read block I/O (bio) request if an error is encountered on a subsequent memory page (folio). This can cause earlier folios to remain locked indefinitely, leading to a denial of service (DoS) where affected readers are unable to proceed.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Availability
Technical Impact: DoS: Resource Consumption (CPU); DoS: Resource Consumption (Other); DoS: Crash, Exit, or Restart
Each thread of execution will "hang" and prevent tasks from completing. In some cases, CPU consumption may occur if a lock check occurs in a tight loop.
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