Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

I don't develop enough to give a particularly good answer, but one example I've heard of involves timestamps

Imagine the program uses the current date or time as a value. When compiled at different moments, the bits change.

Same applies to anything where the build environment or timing influences the output binary




Consider applying for YC's Fall 2025 batch! Applications are open till Aug 4

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: