The Duality of C Programming: Technical Appeal vs. Security Risks
By
OneLessThing
Properly proved. Has structure, has flavour, has a point.
Summary
The author expresses a deep personal love for the C programming language, citing its portability, speed, and the intimate connection it provides with the computer. However, they acknowledge C's inherent dangers, particularly memory safety issues, and argue that sharing new C projects with wider audiences is "borderline malicious" due to security risks. The article appears to be a personal reflection on the tension between C's technical appeal and its security vulnerabilities.
Key quotes
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To me, C has soul
The problem is that C is dangerous and sharing new C projects to wider audiences is borderline malicious
As a security researcher I'm always trying to sharpen my skills
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