The Problem with C++ Safety (Part 1): Why “It Works” Isn’t Good Enough
Summary
The article argues that C++ memory safety is not solely about the language itself but how code is written and taught. It references NSA and EU Cyber Resilience Act to frame safety as a security concern, analyzes a controversial palindrome-check example, and contrasts 'classic' vs 'modern' C++ approaches, setting up a Part 2 that promises a modern solution.