The default configuration of Java 1.5 on Apple Mac OS X 10.5.4 and 10.5.5 contains a jurisdiction policy that limits Java Cryptography Extension (JCE) key sizes to 128 bits, which makes it easier for attackers to decrypt ciphertext produced by JCE.
Affected Software
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac_os_x | Apple | 10.5.4 (including) | 10.5.4 (including) |
| Mac_os_x | Apple | 10.5.5 (including) | 10.5.5 (including) |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce//2008/Sep/msg00007.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3179
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45650
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce//2008/Sep/msg00007.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3179
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45650