CVE-2025-38698 | Linux Kernel up to 6.16.1 jfs i_size privilege escalation

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.16.1. It has been classified as critical. This impacts an unknown function of the component jfs. Performing manipulation of the argument i_size results in privilege escalation.

This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2025-38698. The attack can only be performed from the local network. There is not any exploit available.

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