Worked on the openssl/openssl repository to enhance memory and resource management within core cryptographic operations. Focused on identifying and resolving memory leaks in areas such as CRL processing, file parsing, and process generation, using C programming and in-depth software debugging techniques. Applied targeted fixes like deep deallocation of CRL objects and secure buffer cleanup on error paths, leveraging cryptography and memory management expertise. These changes improved the reliability and security of OpenSSL by reducing the risk of memory growth under error conditions and safeguarding sensitive data, reflecting a methodical approach to maintaining robust, secure, and maintainable cryptographic software.