constant-time-testing

Detect timing leaks in cryptographic implementations using constant-time analysis.

Updated Mar 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Avi977/ace-claude-toolkit --skill constant-time-testing-avi977
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Skill: constant-time-testing
Source: https://github.com/Avi977/ace-claude-toolkit/tree/main/skills/testing-handbook-skills/constant-time-testing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Avi977/ace-claude-toolkit --skill constant-time-testing-avi977

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Constant-time correctness verification for cryptographic code that helps teams detect timing side-channel leaks and strengthen security guarantees.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Formal verification with ct-verif to prove constant-time properties on abstracted code.
  • Dynamic and statistical analysis using tools like Timecop, dudect, and Memsan to detect leaks in real implementations.
  • Practical workflows for auditing RSA/ECDH/crypto primitives and securing post-quantum operations.
  • Use Case: A crypto library maintainer runs a combined static, dynamic, and statistical analysis to identify and fix secret-dependent branches.

Quick Start

Run a full constant-time analysis on your crypto function to identify timing leaks and verify constant-time implementations.

Frequently Asked Questions about constant-time-testing

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I detect timing leaks in cryptographic implementations?

Detect timing leaks in cryptographic implementations by running combined static, dynamic, and statistical analysis using tools like ct-verif, dudect, and Timecop to identify secret-dependent branches and validate constant-time behavior.

What is constant-time analysis and when do I need it for crypto code?

Constant-time analysis verifies that cryptographic code execution time remains independent of secret data. You need it when auditing crypto libraries, reviewing modular exponentiation, or securing post-quantum operations to prevent timing side-channel attacks.

Can I use dudect and Timecop to verify constant-time properties across different compilers?

Yes, dudect and Timecop perform dynamic and statistical analysis to detect timing leaks in real implementations, enabling cross-architecture verification of constant-time behavior across different compilers and platforms.

What's the best way to audit RSA and ECDH primitives for timing side-channels?

Audit RSA and ECDH primitives for timing side-channels by applying formal verification with ct-verif to prove constant-time properties on abstracted code, combined with practical dynamic analysis workflows.

Does ct-verif support formal verification of constant-time behavior for post-quantum operations?

Yes, ct-verif supports formal verification to prove constant-time properties on abstracted code, making it suitable for securing post-quantum cryptographic operations against timing side-channel leaks.

Why does my cryptographic code fail constant-time checks when tested with Memsan?

Cryptographic code fails constant-time checks with Memsan when dynamic analysis detects secret-dependent memory access patterns or timing variations, indicating potential side-channel leaks that require code hardening.