Russian analysis of PGP

[Edward Bertsch]

->    The conclusions:
->    It is recommended to use encryption with 1024 bit key length.
->    The using of electronic  signature  is  not  recommended  and
->    requires the additional study.
->    The block encryption algorithm has temporary stability.
->    The hashing function  should  be  reduce  in conformity with ISO
->    recommendations.
->    The using of PGP program in actual version is undesired.
->                       The MSU mathematical cryptography
->                       problems Laboratory Manager
->                       Academician
->                          Dr. Sidelnikov V.M.

these are serious claims.  What do the authors of the software have
to say about them?  Others?

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