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From: eggert@twinsun.com (Paul Eggert)
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Subject: SC 6.8 warning
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Date: 25 Sep 90 18:42:17 GMT
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ian@ssc-vax.UUCP (Ian R. Searle) writes:

	I can sucessfully make sc and create an executable, but it constantly
	core dumps or dies due to xmallox/xfree errors.

SC 6.8 has a serious bug in the handling of its ``dotb'' buffer that can lead
to a core dump.  The buffer is overrun in normal operation; exactly when
depends on which host and compiler you use.  The bug kills SC's ``save before
Spreadsheet dies'' fallback, causing you to lose your work.

I lost three hours of work due to this bug on a Sparcstation 1.
A fix is reportedly in the works.