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Why the downvotes? CyberRabbi is correct. The title makes it sound like all programs that accept floats from untrusted input are vulnerable.



In my experience here I find that it’s not uncommon for correct statements to get downvoted more than incorrect ones.

Why? I think it’s because incorrect statements can be corrected in a reply. OTOH correct statements with which one disagrees or otherwise dislikes cannot be corrected but they can be downvoted.


Because moaning about clickbait is really boring, often correlated with people being surprised because they didn't read the article first, and once again not very useful if you read the article.


I read the article, actually I read it in a concerned state, and then I realized there was little need for concern. Clickbait is a daily problem on this site, there’s no need to insult or attack my character for raising the issue.


What I said has nothing to do with your character. Besides, I recognize your name so know you aren't dumb




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