Can I, according to the laws of the Russian Federation, create/distribute encryption algorithms with a key length <=48 bits?

Question

Cryptography

I wrote an algorithm for an article on Habré, and then I started looking for an article in the laws that allows me to distribute this algorithm - I didn’t find it, I probably searched badly. Please help.

Answer 1

I forgot to add that no one imposes restrictions on the publication of the algorithm itself, even in the USA, where the export of some applications using cryptography with high-bit keys is prohibited. All these algorithms are published in the public domain, so I see no obstacles to publishing your work.

Answer 2

The FSB is in charge of this, the production of crypts is a licensed activity, and distribution means the transfer of finished products. An article on Habré can be published without consequences)

Answer 3

It is possible to use cryptography for personal purposes, both for an individual and for personal purposes of a company, including clients, without licensing. If you produce cryptographic tools for sale, then you need to obtain a license from the FSB.

Answer 4

Found www.rg.ru/2012/04/24/shifry-site-dok.html
If the key is less than 56 bits, then nothing bothers me, right?

Answer 5

It all depends on what purpose it is used for.
For example, let's take the DECISION ON APPROVAL OF REGULATIONS
ON LICENSING OF CERTAIN TYPES OF ACTIVITIES RELATED TO ENCRYPTION (CRYPTOGRAPHIC) MEANS
In clause 3 “This Regulation does not apply to distribution activities:” describes what exactly does not need to be licensed.
Roughly speaking, my product, which uses encrypted databases with a 2048 bit key, is not subject to licensing on the basis of paragraph "A" of part three of this provision.
Regarding the length of the key, it is worth looking at paragraph "G" of the third part of this provision, where the length of the key is specified. (40 for symmetry and 128 for asymmetric)