Re: [SLE] Encryption question

From: C Hamel (vgm2_at_sc2000.net)
Date: 02/29/04 

To: suse-linux-e@suse.com
Date: Sun, 29 Feb 2004 16:52:39 -0600

On Sunday 29 February 2004 16:38, James Knott wrote:
> C Hamel wrote:
> > An acquintance & I are attempting some encryption. I am able to decrypt
> > his notes but he cannot decrypt mine. We both have keys and have signed
> > each others' key; I am encrypting using the recipient's key, yet he
> > cannot decrypt my note.
> >
> > I certainly could use some guidance. I have already RTFM on several
> > occasions and there is something I am certain that is getting by me.
> >
> > Thanks...
>
> Well, if we're to have any chance of helping you, it would be nice if
> you mentioned what you're using for encryption, what you've done, what
> results etc.
Thanks for telling me what you need. :-) Here it is.

We're using gpg, DSA algorithm, length of1024. When I encrypt I use the key
he sent me --and I signed-- yet he cannot decrypt what I've sent.

If you need more info, please tell me what you require & I'll do my best to
supply it. :-) 

-- 
...CH
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