If someone can send me evidence where someone demonstrated a) clear belief that this was a bug and b) malicious intent to use it as such, I will take action. Otherwise, the fact that it was that way in RSC and was included here as a replication means that I will not be pursuing action against players who used it.

Zubrils I apologize to you and especially to those negatively affected if this is not a satisfying answer.

It's fixed. The restore timer will be canceled if your stats equal to your max stat.