Worked on OpenSSL maintenance in the openssl/openssl repository, focusing on both security hardening and documentation alignment. Addressed a security issue in C by updating EC_GROUP_new_from_params to reject zero-length generator octets, preventing a potential heap-buffer-overflow and improving overall robustness. In parallel, updated project documentation by removing outdated references to empty ALPN handling in openssl-s_client.pod.in, ensuring consistency between code and documentation. Utilized skills in C programming, cryptography, and security engineering to deliver these targeted improvements. All changes were reviewed, merged, and linked to relevant issues, contributing to the maintainability and security posture of the OpenSSL codebase.