[xvilka]

The concept is widely covered in the amazing book Silence on the Wire[1] by Michal Zalewski. I wish he or someone else would write modern equivalent (or at least a new, updated edition) of the book.

[1] https://nostarch.com/silence.htm

[cinntaile]

He's on HN, maybe he reads your post.

[xvilka]

I believe he found new solace - woodwork[1][2]. Given the state of security and things in general in the IT, I definitely understand. Especially with the AI slop influx. His blog is quite interesting to read though, highly recommend.

[1] https://lcamtuf.substack.com/p/how-do-wood-finishes-hold-up

[2] https://lcamtuf.coredump.cx/woodworking/