CVE-2024-49868 btrfs: fix a NULL pointer dereference when failed to start a new trasacntion

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Multiple CVEs Identified in btrfs File System Five Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) affecting the btrfs file system were published, addressing various issues including use-after-free vulnerabilities and improper cleanup processes. The vulnerabilities could potentially impact systems utilizing the btrfs file system, necessitating immediate attention from system administrators and developers to mitigate risks associated with these flaws. 15 sources 48