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Question around dropping support for OpenSSL < 3

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Description

Wanted to see if we can get an idea of when we can expect to be able to drop the requirement to support OpenSSL versions before 3.

/cc @nodejs/security @nodejs/crypto

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The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by reading the existing 27-comment discussion and the Node.js security and crypto context mentioned in the body. Done means reaching an agreed policy or timeline for dropping support for OpenSSL versions before 3.

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Assessment

Tech stack
javascript
Domain
security
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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