matrix-org / matrix-org/matrix-spec

Specify what exactly happens to events that fail signature verification

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Description

It seems like there's a bit of a divide on how servers handle this, so we should either be more clear or put it in the spec.

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Research direction

Start by locating the specification sections that describe event signature verification and review how the behavior is currently stated. Compare the differing server-handling expectations described by the issue, then clarify the specification so the outcome for failed verification is explicit.

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Assessment

Domain
cryptography, documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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