> -----Original Message-----

> From: Karstens, Nate <nate.karst...@garmin.com>

> Sent: Thursday, December 19, 2019 12:26 AM

> To: austin-group-l@opengroup.org

> Subject: system() and pthread_atfork()

>

> The current definition of system() does not define if the pthread_atfork() 
> handlers are called. We ran into a

> scenario where this caused a problem and wanted to share it with the mailing 
> list to better understand why those

> handlers are not required and get some advice on how best to proceed.



I think the right solution is for POSIX to require system() and popen() to call 
pthread_atfork() handlers.

I haven't noticed any arguments against such a solution and it clearly fills a 
need.



I suggest you open a corresponding defect report on 
http://austingroupbugs.net<http://austingroupbugs.net/view.php?id=1306>




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