[Lexington-pm] Exporting Crypt::CBC module

Paul Stackhouse pstackhouse at ket.org
Tue Mar 15 07:47:00 PST 2005


I would assume that as long as you choose a cipher that isn't listed as a 
US munition <chuckle> than you won't have a problem.

         -paul

At 08:25 PM 3/14/2005, you wrote:

>Okay...here's a politigeek question...
>
>I just installed the Crypt::CBC perl module on my laptop.  It seems to 
>encrypt and decrypt data using one of several ciphers (encryption 
>algorithms).  If I tinker further, I'll probably install one or more ciphers.
>
>I occasionally travel internationally, and would be loathe to go without 
>my laptop.
>
>
>So.....
>
>
>Am I allowed to traipse around the globe packing such dangerous technology?
>
>Do I need to declare this at customs?
>
>Do different ciphers carry different implications?
>
>Should I remove these modules before travelling?
>
>Is this something I need to worry about?
>
>
>Mostly just pondering...but curious.  Any thoughts?
>
>-dave
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