CVE-2025-38697 | Linux Kernel up to 6.16.1 jfs out-of-bounds (WID-SEC-2025-1976)
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.16.1. The affected element is an unknown function of the component jfs. The manipulation leads to out-of-bounds read.
This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-38697. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.