Bug#482092: XTS and LRW mode of operation

["Alberto" <api2000@inwind.it>]

*Zdenek Kaspar* wrote:
> IMO it's not good to hide any changes in crypto from the user.

I agree with you.

> Even doubling the key without further notice. Maybe some
> hint/help/screen option to explain XTS-based mode.

At least in meantime (and before of lenny release) why don't
offer only few and safe predefined options?

> I don't see any advantages here. XTS is claimed as more secure..
> But still both modes have kernel status = EXPERIMENTAL. Therefore CBC 
> should stay as "less-secure/more-stable" default option for the system 
> encryption.

Also in 2.6.26 (and .27)?

-- 
Alberto