CVE-2026-64066

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's netfs component. The netfs_read_to_pagecache() function does not properly pause the generation of new subrequests when a previously issued subrequest has failed. This oversight can lead to continued resource consumption or incorrect system state, potentially resulting in system instability or a denial of service (DoS) condition.

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 do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base, or stability.