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Bitcoin Core Security Disclosure Policy

Bitcoin Core Security Disclosure Policy

Original Postby Antoine Riard

Posted on: July 4, 2024 14:34 UTC

The dialogue opens with a reflection on the importance of sharing experiences related to vulnerabilities that have caused material harm to communities.

Highlighting the unique dynamics introduced by vulnerabilities affecting multiple codebases, the discussion suggests that drawing lessons from such incidents is beneficial. The conversation shifts to consider the timing of public disclosures of security bugs, noting that the resolution of legal issues surrounding the Bitcoin whitepaper has freed up competent individuals to address these matters more effectively. Additionally, it is observed that the landscape of open-source projects related to Bitcoin has evolved significantly, now equipped with more resources than it had a decade ago. This change in the ecosystem is contrasted with past challenges, including an anecdote about Amir, who was notably removed from the original security mailing list, though the specifics of this incident remain unclear. This narrative underscores the evolving nature of open-source collaboration and the continuous effort required to navigate and mitigate security vulnerabilities within the community.

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