Published on: 2013-12-20T08:10:03+00:00
In an email exchange on December 20, 2013, Chris Evans proposed a modification to the bitcoin.conf settings. He suggested that these settings should be editable within the app itself, rather than relying on an external editor. Additionally, he recommended making it easier to enable rpc server mode.Wladimir, in response, acknowledged the importance of testing Diapolo's pull request. This pull request aimed to enhance the options dialog and add a few options, which would benefit both Wladimir and Diapolo. However, Wladimir cautioned against creating a situation where users could inadvertently compromise security by easily modifying RPC settings.It is worth noting that the message primarily focuses on JSON-RPC, which is considered a security risk. The author emphasizes that enabling JSON-RPC should require a certain level of technical expertise. This cautionary approach aims to prevent users from unintentionally exposing themselves to potential vulnerabilities.The email also includes a PGP signature from the author, ensuring the authenticity and integrity of the message. Overall, the suggestion put forth is to allow users to edit bitcoin.conf settings directly within the app, while simultaneously simplifying the process of enabling rpc server mode.
Updated on: 2023-08-01T06:55:23.641163+00:00