From 780672c487daedf43c6af50d5bfc000fd38a55cf Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Christian Reitter Date: Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:32:08 +0200 Subject: [PATCH] Clarify maintenance status --- README.md | 13 +++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 13 insertions(+) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index b689e88..abc2efa 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -4,6 +4,19 @@ bip39 A Rust implementation of [BIP-39](https://github.com/bitcoin/bips/blob/master/bip-0039.mediawiki) mnemonic codes. +# Unsafe Fast Fork +## DO NOT USE THIS LIBRARY + +This is an experimental fork with extreme changes that **intentionally break important security mechanisms and functionality** in favor of speed for certain security research workloads. + +The forked library version is **completely unsuitable for any type of production use** and receives no support or maintenance of any kind. +It is published primarily as a reference for other researchers. You have been warned. + +The original documentation content and other references are kept as-is to limit the repository differences to upstream. However, be aware that none of the contact information, usage guidance or security guarantees still applies since this is an experimental fork of the project. + +At the time of writing, the changes are still compatible and `cargo test` works, but future changes may be more invasive. + +---- ## Word lists (languages)