Perl script that generates a format string attack against unsafe printf() calls in C code.
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#88
MOST-STARRED Perl
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
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| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
format_string gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 2. It is about 17 years old and has averaged roughly 0 stars a year. It ranks #88 among Perl repositories and #16,836 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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20
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#100
BEST RANK
May 14, 2009
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
format_string has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
format_string is an open-source project written in Perl: Perl script that generates a format string attack against unsafe printf() calls in C code.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in Perl. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in Perl for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ git clone https://github.com/leifwalsh/format_string.git
cd format_string⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Perl environment and standard tooling
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
format_string coordinates its core functionality through a modular Perl pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed format_string into Perl backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open NOASSERTION license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install format_string using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/leifwalsh/format_string.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for format_string.
Import format_string into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `format_string --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Perl, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
leifwalsh/format_string is currently ranked #16,836 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does format_string do? +
Perl script that generates a format string attack against unsafe printf() calls in C code.
What language is format_string written in? +
The primary language is Perl. Topics include: software.
Is format_string actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on May 15, 2009 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does format_string have? +
format_string has 2 stars and 0 forks on GitHub.
How does format_string rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 2 stars, leifwalsh/format_string is ranked #16,836 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #88 among Perl projects.
What license is format_string distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
