element-hq / element-hq/synapse
It is possible to set a stupidly long displayname
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Description
This issue has been migrated from [#5079](https://github.com/matrix-org/synapse/issues/5079).
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... which then prevents you from being invited to rooms, as well as probably all manner of other DoS activities.
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Research direction
The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating display-name handling and the invitation failure, then determine the intended length limit and add regression coverage for the reported behavior; the expected handling and protection against related DoS risks still need clarification.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- python
- Domain
- backend
- Issue type
- Bug
- Difficulty
- 4/5
- Estimated time
- 3-5 days
- Activity status
- Stale
- Clarity
- Needs clarification
- Newbie friendliness
- 25/100