Re: [dev] Fix for dwm crash due to emoji in window titles

From: Laslo Hunhold <dev_AT_frign.de>
Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2018 06:05:58 +0200

On Mon, 23 Jul 2018 08:34:53 +0800
Kai Hendry <hendry_AT_iki.fi> wrote:

Dear Kai,

> Shouldn't https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robustness_principle apply?
>
> Draconian error handling was the hallmark of XML.

I agree with you in the given case, but the robustness principle
probably brought us SGML and all its implications. Be careful what you
wish for, as being liberal with what input you accept can lead to
horrible security and consistency implications.

With best regards

Laslo Hunhold

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Laslo Hunhold <dev_AT_frign.de>
Received on Mon Jul 23 2018 - 06:05:58 CEST

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