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Safe C String Library v0.9.6 (June 11, 2003)
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The goal of the SafeStr library is to provide a rich string-handling library
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for C that has safe semantics yet interoperates with legacy library code in
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a straightforward manner. Additionally, porting code that uses standard C
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string handling should be straightforward. The library should work on all
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modern Unix-like platforms, as well as any 32-bit Microsoft Windows OS.
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The overt security goals of the library are as follows:
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1. Buffer overflows should not be possible when using the API.
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2. Format string problems should be impossible when using the API.
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3. The API should be capable of tracking whether strings are "trusted",
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a la Perl's taint mode.
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The API is meant to provide rich functionality and be easy to use, all the while
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improving security.
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WWW: http://www.zork.org/safestr/
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