Neptune-Crypto/neptune-core

use constant-time index arithmetic in MMRs

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#125 opened on Apr 3, 2024

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Description

In particular, look at get_peaks_with_heights_async which currently uses the (out-dated) node-index and tree-traversal logic.

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Inspect the function `get peaks with heights async` and replace the current node index and tree traversal logic with constant time index arithmetic. Understand the MMR structure and implement constant time operations.
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rust
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backendcryptography
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Security
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1-3 hours
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