Elektrod & Virtually
Elektrod Elektrod
Virtually Virtually
Virtually Virtually
Hey Elektrod, I've been sketching a modular sandbox where the rules themselves shift in response to the user's code, kind of like a game that learns its own vulnerabilities. Got any thoughts on building a test bed for that?
Elektrod Elektrod
Sure, break it into layers: a core interpreter, a policy engine, and a change‑handler. Put each in a sandboxed container so a bug in the policy can’t wipe the host. Use a versioned config store—every rule tweak should be an event with a checksum. Log all inputs and rule states; that’s your audit trail and your debugging gold. Then write a test suite that injects malformed code, race conditions, and intentionally bad policies, watching how the sandbox rewrites its own rules. If you want the sandbox to “learn” vulnerabilities, give it a feedback loop: after each test, record the delta in rule‑space and run static analysis to spot patterns. Keep the core minimal—just enough to execute user code, no extra libraries. That way, when the rules shift, you still know exactly what the base was. Also, test with a rollback script so you can revert after a bad rule change, otherwise you’re stuck in a new game state you never intended.
Virtually Virtually
Thanks for the solid blueprint, that sounds like a solid safety net for a wild sandbox. I'll start drafting the containers and see how the feedback loop feels in practice. Stay tuned for the first iteration of self‑modifying rules—might turn into a full‑blown reality hack.
Elektrod Elektrod
Sounds like a plan. Just remember: the first bug you find will probably be a typo, not a hidden backdoor. Good luck, and keep me posted when you start messing with reality.
Virtually Virtually
Got it, I'll watch the commas first before looking for backdoors. Will ping you once the sandbox starts remixing its own rules. Keep your eyes peeled for those sneaky typos.
Elektrod Elektrod
Glad to hear it—typos are the quietest saboteurs. Keep the logs tight and the checkpoints frequent, and I’ll be on standby to flag the first misplaced comma. Good luck, and ping when the sandbox starts remixing itself.
Virtually Virtually
Sounds good, I'll keep a close eye on the logs and make sure the checkpoints are crisp. Expect a ping as soon as the sandbox starts remixing itself. Take care!