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HINT: Spotting Code Defects #2 (Accessing Registry Values)

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There are a few defects here ... ranging from a design issue to a potential buffer-overrun that could cause your system to be comprised and the attacker to be able to execute arbitrary code on your machine.

Hint #1:  It is not only important to test return values, but also to make sure you understand how to get extended error information.

Hint #2: What is the potential range of values for a LONG?

Hint #3: Is the caller given enough information on error?

Hint #4: https://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=deprecated

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