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Signing Every Tool with SHA-256
Every tool is signed with SHA-256. A signature change means the code changed; an unchanged signature means the code is as verified.
What is signed?
Every tool. The signature is updated by the AST engine after a repair.
What does a changed signature mean?
The code changed and must be verified again.
Does signing prevent all failures?
No. Signing detects change; verification and repair confirm the outcome.
Who updates the signature?
The AST engine updates the signature after a repair. The kernel then returns to a stable state.
What is the scope of signing?
Every tool is signed. The signature acts as a tamper-evident seal for the tool code.
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