CVE-2008-4368

Name: CVE-2008-4368
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-10-01T15:38:32.717+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.39%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-4368 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. 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.. EPSS estimates a 1.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

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.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.39%

68.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-310

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.4
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.5

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 1, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4368?

How severe is CVE-2008-4368?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4368 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4368?

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Source: NVD / NIST