rustsec / rustsec/advisory-db

`mbox` is unmaintained and unsound

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Description

https://github.com/kennytm/mbox
https://crates.io/crates/mbox

Last commit on 2021-04-01
Last release on 2021-04-01
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Unsoundness: https://github.com/kennytm/mbox/issues/23

2 reverse dependencies on crates.io
140 (transitive) dependents on github

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First steps

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  3. Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
  4. Open a pull request that references the issue number.

Research direction

Start by reviewing the mbox crate page and the linked unsoundness issue, then inspect how this advisory database records reports for unmaintained or unsound crates. Done means the repository has an appropriate advisory record for mbox that reflects the reported evidence and affected dependents.

Written by the indexing model from the issue text.

Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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