[Python-Dev] rotor module

[M.-A. Lemburg]

Neal Norwitz wrote:
> 
> "M.-A. Lemburg" wrote:
> >
> > While discussing the PSF contrib docs with Martin, we came
> > across a possible violation of the US export regulations:
> >
> > According to the BXA web-site, all crypto code with more
> > than 56 bit keys, has to be regsitered with the BXA. rotor
> > uses 80 bit keys.
> 
> I believe this restriction was eased.  Exemptions are listed here:
> http://www.bxa.doc.gov/Encryption/lechart1.html
> 
> For open source software:
> 
> License Exception:       TSU-740.13
> Country Scope:           Global, may not knowingly export to the T-7
> Reporting Requirements:  No
> Restrictions:
>         - Notification by time of export

Correct, but this notification may still be missing... the PSF
should get this "fixed".

>         - Considered "publicly available"

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