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Replace .unwrap/.expect with meaningful errors

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#1,908 opened on Mar 4, 2024

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Description

We use .unwrap/.expect in several places throughout the codebase. This should be changed to meaningful libafl::Error messages so that users know how to fix this, in case it is encountered.

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Research direction
Search the codebase for instances of .unwrap() and .expect() calls. For each occurrence, understand the context and replace with appropriate error handling using libafl::Error or other meaningful error types. Ensure error messages provide actionable guidance for users.
Tech stack
rust
Domain
securitytestingbackend
Issue type
Refactor
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2
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Half day
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Active
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Clear
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RustError handling basics
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65