December 2003 - cypherpunks-legacy

AT&T licenses crypto modules
by paul＠poboy.b17c.ingr.com 17 Dec '03

17 Dec '03

Below is a press release posted by David Arneke of AT&T to the Telecom Digest. It looks like the licensing chain goes RSA -> ISC -> AT&T -> you, but it's encouraging that these libraries are available: they offer good potential for continuing and even accelerating the spread of strong crypto out beyond the bounds of the online world. -Paul AT&T LICENSES LINKABLE CODE FOR SECURE SOFTWARE GREENSBORO, North Carolina -- AT&T is giving software developers access to linkable code modules for encryption, public key exchange and other communications security functions. AT&T announced today that a comprehensive library of linkable code modules, including RSA security technology and the NIST Digital Signature Algorithm, is available for licensing. Linkable code is available in the form of linkable object module libraries and Windows Dynamic Link Libraries (DLLs), which are under license from Information Security Corporation of Deerfield, Illinois. [ .. deletia .. ] "Electronic commerce has an inherent requirement for privacy, data integrity, authentication and non-repudiation," said Larry Salter, director of secure systems and services for AT&T Secure Communications Systems. "These capabilities are ideal for PCMCIA and smart-card applications as well as conventional software for PCs and workstations." The package includes code for DES encryption, the ElGamal public key cryptosystem, the Digital Signature Algorithm, the Secure Hash Standard and most RSA security functions, including RSA encryption, key management and digital signatures; MD5 hashing functions; and the Diffie-Hellman key exchange protocol. A proprietary encryption algorithm for exportable applications is available as well. More than a dozen military and civilian federal agencies and a growing number of corporations have already licensed the code for new software applications, Salter said. "This is a full range of information security functions, relying on the most widely accepted government and commercial standards," Salter said. Prices for code packages containing DSA technology are $750 for the DOS/Windows version, $1,000 for the Macintosh version and $1250 for the UNIX version. For code packages containing RSA technology are $300 for the DOS/Windows version, $400 for the Macintosh version and $500 for the UNIX version. The license allows developers to load the code into two workstations for software development. Royalty payments are required for distribution of applications to end users. [ .. descriptions of AT&T's shrinkwrapped products deleted .. ] Software developers can get more information on licensing the AT&T linkable code module library by calling the AT&T Secure Communications Customer Service Center, 1 800 203-5563. -- Paul Robichaux, KD4JZG | "Change the world for a better tomorrow. But perobich(a)ingr.com | watch your ass today." - aaron(a)halcyon.com Intergraph Federal Systems | Be a cryptography user- ask me how.

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farewell cypherwonks...
by Jim Demmers 17 Dec '03

17 Dec '03

I picked up the following tidbit off of the Computists' Communique: The Cypherwonks list for electronic democracy, cryptography, digital cash, etc., "has essentially died at the hand of one of its founders and his numerous detractors." Other members are seeking a moderated forum. [Sam Sternberg (samsam(a)vm1.yorku.ca) NETWORKS and COMMUNITY, 1/3/94. net-hap.] - jim |=======================================================================| | | | Jim Demmers Public Domain, Inc. INET: jdemmers(a)pd.org | | P.O. Box 8899 jim.demmers(a)oit.gatech.edu | | Atlanta, GA 30306-0899 balder(a)gnu.ai.mit.edu | | USA | | Phone: 404-377-2627 FAX: 404-894-9135 | | | |=======================================================================|

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Microsoft-Cryptography-Redmond, WA
by farber＠central.cis.upenn.edu 17 Dec '03

17 Dec '03

>Posted-Date: Thu, 6 Jan 1994 03:03:07 -0500 >Newsgroups: sci.crypt >Path: >netnews.upenn.edu!newsserver.jvnc.net!howland.reston.ans.net!europa.eng.gtefsd. >com!uunet!microsoft!wingnut!y-wait >From: y-wait(a)microsoft.com (Usenet Job Response Account) >Subject: Microsoft-Cryptography-Redmond, WA >Organization: Microsoft Corporation >Date: Thu, 6 Jan 1994 01:27:44 GMT >Distribution: na >Lines: 35 >Apparently-To: farber@linc > >MICROSOFT > * * ADVANCED CONSUMER TECHNOLOGY DIVISION * * > >Do you need a research challenge which results >in tangable product? Then the Advanced Consumer >Technology Division at Microsoft is the place >for you! Microsoft is looking to challenge the >brightest mathematical minds with the latest >advances in cryptography. The ideal candidate >will be responsible for the research, analysis, >verification, and recommendation of cryptographic >standards as well as the design of new standards. >Candidate should be familiar with authentication >techniques, blind signatures, digital signature >and time-stamping techniques, public key >encryption systems, hashing methods, and >encryption standards. Familiarity with RSA, DES, >minimum knowledge systems, and Digital Cash/Smart >Card technology a plus. A MS/Phd degree in >Mathematics, with a focus on cryptography desired. > >If you are interested in working in a small team >environment developing first version products, >mail your resume to: > > Microsoft Corporation > Attn: Recruiting > Dept. N5930-0105 > One Microsoft Way > Redmond, WA 98052-6399 > >or FAX your resume to 206-869-0947, Attn: N5930-0105 > >No phone calls please. We are an equal opportunity >employer and support workforce diversity. > >

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Re: cryptopolitics:
by freeman＠MasPar.COM 17 Dec '03

17 Dec '03

Mike Ingle says: > cryptopolitics: Any sufficiently advanced government is indistinguishable > from anarchy. And conversely? -- Jay Freeman

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cryptopolitics:
by Mike Ingle 17 Dec '03

17 Dec '03

cryptopolitics: Any sufficiently advanced government is indistinguishable from anarchy.

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RSA & General Magic
by Harry S. Hawk 17 Dec '03

17 Dec '03

General Magic in their media kit which was handed out at MacWorld today states; "General Magic picks RSA to provide security for Telescript and Magic Cap. Jan 6th 93 (sic) - GM announced today it has licensed tech. from RSA to provide security services for its Telescript communications engine.... GM used RSA's BSAFE toolkit, with encryption and digital sig. features based on RSA Public Key Cryptosystem and RSA's RC4 symmertic stream cipher. -- Harry S. Hawk habs(a)extropy.org Electronic Communications Officer, Extropy Institute Inc. The Extropians Mailing List, Since 1991 EXTROPY -- A measure of intelligence, information, energy, vitality, experience, diversity, opportunity, and growth. EXTROPIANISM -- The philosophy that seeks to increase extropy.

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info
by freeman＠oxygen.aps1.anl.gov 17 Dec '03

17 Dec '03

Howdy, Any info that you can send regarding premise, scope of project, effects, etc. would be greatly apreciated. I'm really curious as to how this all works. thanks David Freeman freeman(a)anlaps.aps.anl.gov

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Re: cypherpolitics
by remail＠tamsun.tamu.edu 17 Dec '03

17 Dec '03

> Any sufficiently advanced mailing list is indistinguishable from > noise. Any in-sufficiently advance mailing list is indistinguishable from silence. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- To find out more about this anonymous remail service, send mail to remail(a)tamsun.tamu.edu with the word "remail help" as the only words in the subject field.

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info
by freeman＠oxygen.aps1.anl.gov 17 Dec '03

17 Dec '03

Hello, I'm interested in what is currently available to protect ones privacy in terms of encryption and how one goes about obtaining materials. I also would like to know if this is an organized effort is which outside programmers can contribute, if so how does one participate? How does one stays out of trouble with the powers that be when engaging in such activities, or do I give the powers that be too much credit? Is there a mailing list or news letter available? thanks David Freeman freeman(a)anlaps.aps.anl.gov

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Re: info
by freeman＠MasPar.COM 17 Dec '03

17 Dec '03

> TAKE TWA TO CAIRO. ===== At the very least, it should have said "CASABLANCA"...

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