CVE-2025-38503 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.145/6.6.98/6.12.38/6.15.6 btrfs free-space-tree.c btrfs_search_slot_for_read allocation of resources

A vulnerability categorized as problematic has been discovered in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.145/6.6.98/6.12.38/6.15.6. Affected by this vulnerability is the function btrfs_search_slot_for_read of the file fs/btrfs/free-space-tree.c of the component btrfs. The manipulation leads to allocation of resources.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2025-38503. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.