*Result*: Military researchers eye translating legacy software automatically from C to Rust.
*Further Information*
*The U.S. military is exploring ways to automatically translate legacy software written in the C programming language to Rust to enhance efficiency and cybersecurity. Rust, introduced in 2015, is considered more secure than C due to its emphasis on memory safety and concurrency. The TRACTOR program aims to automate the translation process, eliminating memory safety vulnerabilities present in C programs. Companies interested in contributing to this initiative can submit proposals to DARPA by November 6, 2024. [Extracted from the article]
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