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Originally Posted by Paul Copioli
Dave L,
Editorial note: while I think it is not a good idea to try to crack the code because it is in no way GP, I do not think it is illegal in this instance; but I could be wrong.
http://www.freesklyarov.org/

Not illegal? I know it's not exactly the same thing, but Adobe is pretty protective of their PDF format and its encryption. I understand there are programs that allow 'password recovery,' but those are sold under the pretense you set the original password (or have a legally binding reason to obtain it otherwise), thus using one in this case would be quite illegal.

I agree this is being taken quite seriously when it probably shouldn't be, but some of the replies simply don't make any sense to me. I have to agree with Chris Hibner, when you set a target it's a whole new precedent. If you want to discuss cryptography, don't mention the manual and try to crack something else. Even discussing is enough to A) rouse suspicion or B) rouse blind sentiment.
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