matrix-org / matrix-org/matrix-spec

'bit 63' when discussing generating the IV is unclear

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Description

the intention is the most significant bit of the 9th byte

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Open the contributing guide

Research direction

Search the specification source for “bit 63” in the section discussing IV generation. Replace the ambiguous reference with wording that identifies the most significant bit of the 9th byte, then verify the rendered specification contains the clarified text.

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Assessment

Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
1/5
Estimated time
Under an hour
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Clearly specified
Newbie friendliness
48/100

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