Re: [PATCH v2] x86/sgx: use vm_flags_t for vm_prot_bits

TwT pupupu <[email protected]>
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Sorry about that, I'll make sure to reply to the list.
On Thu, Jan 23, 2026 at 4:57 AM Huang, Kai <[email protected]> wrote:
> Hmm I was actually just pointing out, but not suggesting, since I am not
> sure (honestly).
Sorry for the misunderstanding.
> With vm_flags_t I think "theoretically" it could stop being integer type
> someday. But I guess the advantage is when someone does that that can
> trigger build error here (so that we can be aware) which perhaps isn't a
> bad thing?
You're right, the build error would be a useful early warning if
vm_flags_t ever becomes incompatible. I'm fine either way, let me know
if you'd prefer keeping
unsigned long and I'll send a v3.
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