integer overflow protection
Integer overflow protection refers to the measures taken to prevent the occurrence of errors or vulnerabilities that result from the arithmetic overflow of integer variables in a computer program. It involves implementing checks and safeguards to ensure that integer values do not exceed their maximum capacity, reducing the risk of mistaken calculations, memory corruption, or security breaches.
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