rust-lang / rust-lang/rustc_codegen_gcc

Enable the asm tests for stack protector

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Description

Apparently, GCC can emit the functions out of order, so we need to find a way to make these tests work correctly.

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Research direction

Start by locating the stack protector assembly tests and examining how they assume GCC emits functions in order. Investigate the generated assembly and test mechanism; done means the asm tests are enabled and pass even when GCC emits functions out of order.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
compilers, testing-qa
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
42/100

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