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Claude-Safe Installer

5.3
security speculative added: Tuesday May 2026 01:06

A utility to verify the authenticity and safety of software installers, specifically targeting the problem of fake or compromised installers like the Claude incident seen with Mac users. It utilizes digital signatures and checksum verification against a trusted database, providing users with confidence in downloaded software.

80h
mvp estimate
5.3
viability grade
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technology stack

C# Easy

inspired by

Mac Users Warned Over Fake Claude Install Instructions