CVE-2024-42084

An unexpected file truncate flaw was found when opening files with specific parameters in the Linux kernel's file-system. This vulnerability allows a local user to corrupt specific files when having access to these files.

This issue only occurs in compact mode on 64-bit architectures.

The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.

Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options don't meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.