user9382: So every private key actually has TWO associated addresses? (ie uncompressed and compressed)
Isn't this a MAJOR flaw if uncompressed keys are still used in applications? 

user85: Nope. It's not. If you really think it's a flaw, explain some way you think it can do harm.

9382: <p>So every private key actually has TWO associated addresses? (ie uncompressed and compressed)</p>

<p>Isn't this a MAJOR flaw if uncompressed keys are still used in applications? </p>
 85: <p>Nope. It's not. If you really think it's a flaw, explain some way you think it can do harm.</p>
