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Re: Processing errata for RFC 4648

Brian E Carpenter <brian.e.carpenter@gmail.com> Sat, 03 January 2026 19:43 UTC

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Yes, processing errata in IETF RFCs is an AD responsibility, and as far as I know, there is no errata software reminding the ADs, so it often slips right down the priority list. There's a large backlog

RFC 4648 was produced by the former Applications Area so IMHO it should be ART's job.

Regards/Ngā mihi
    Brian Carpenter
On 04-Jan-26 07:15, Salz, Rich wrote:
> The RPC is working on a new errata site and, hopefully a new process. Right now it seems to require an AD or a “trusted authority” like a WG chair to make a recommendation that is followed.
> 
> I suggest you ask one of the WIT or ART AD’s to sponsor your draft.
>

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