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Java: Important change for all Java Applets and Web Start Applications

Description of Service Change: 

Starting with Java SE 7 Update 21 in April 2013 all Java Applets and Web Start Applications are encouraged to be signed with a trusted certificate.

This change is relevant for all Operating systems, more details can be found on http://linux.web.cern.ch/linux/news.shtml#javasigning

Service Element Affected: 
Multiple Services
Effective from: 
Thursday, April 18, 2013 - 14:16
Posted by: 
IT-OIS
Unit responsible for resolution: 
IT Department