Re: unify entropy source for all php related functions

On Feb 8, 2014 5:48 AM, "Yasuo Ohgaki" <yohgaki@ohgaki.net> wrote: > > > +1 for unify. > BTW, it sound more natural if names are > random.entropy_crypto_source (/dev/(u|a)random etc.) > random.entropy_strong_source (/dev/random etc.) > > I feels like 'strong' > 'crypto' with this naming. I did not invent this naming, it is used in many papers and docs to refer to the quality of a PRNG. >> I am not willing to propose new RNG functions or extensions for 5.6 as >> we have way too little time to actually discuss its design and APIs. >> However having these settings unified and documented would be a good >> step forward already. > > > Although, I really would like to have one, it's not much issue for me, but > a issue for average users ;) > This is possible implementation. > > > https://github.com/yohgaki/php-src/compare/PHP-5.6-rfc-random_bytes > > It's not perfect yet, though. There are many issues not being taken care here. Also a single function for many different behaviors may not be what we wish. I would suggest not to hurry up with it :) Cheers, Pierre