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The original was posted on /r/opensource by /u/kwhytte on 2025-03-29 04:46:35+00:00.
In an era where open-source software like Signal is rapidly evolving and becoming increasingly complex, how can users—particularly those lacking deep technical knowledge—adequately assess the security and integrity of the code?
What concrete mechanisms or community practices are established to ensure that every update is subjected to rigorous examination?
Additionally, how can we be confident that the review processes are not only comprehensive but also transparent and accountable, especially in large-scale projects with numerous contributors?
Given the potential for malicious actors to introduce vulnerabilities, what specific safeguards are in place to mitigate such risks?
Ultimately, how can the open-source community maintain trust over time when the responsibility for verification often rests on individual users?