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Enable unlimited JCE 1.4.2 cryptography System
The latest release of Java for Panther, 1.4.2_03-117.1, incorporates for the first time the Java Cryptography Extension (JCE) package. But there's a catch: by default, to be internationally importable, the package is limited to "strong" (read: weak) encryption. To enable unlimited (read: strong) encryption capabilities go to this link, and scroll down to "Other Downloads" and download the file "Java Cryptography Extension (JCE) Unlimited Strength Jurisdiction Policy Files 1.4.2."

After unzipping, install the two files (you will need root or admin access) "local_policy.jar" and "US_export_policy.jar" into /System -> Library -> Frameworks -> JavaVM.framework -> Versions -> 1.4.2 -> Home -> lib -> security, replacing the originals (you should back them up first!). Then fix permissions and ownership as necessary. Voila!
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Enable unlimited JCE 1.4.2 cryptography
Authored by: abderrahman on Jun 07, '04 12:54:51PM

But this trick is for US users only, or non-US users too can advantage from this installation?



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Enable unlimited JCE 1.4.2 cryptography
Authored by: rwouterbridge on Jun 08, '04 11:02:52AM

This should work for everyone in the world but depending on your jurisdiction and its local restrictions on strong cryptography may be illegal for you to perform. If you have any doubts consult a lawyer. It is definitely OK within North America.



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