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  2. JDK-6526449

javac does not accept semantically valid == test

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      boolean b = (3 == (Object)null);
        compiles because javac performs a boxing conversion followed by a
        widening reference conversion. This isn't currently a valid combination
        under casting conversion (as required by 15.21.3) but 6526446 will
        expand casting conversion and it will become valid.

      However, this does not compile, and should:

      boolean b = ((Object)null == 3); // incomparable types: java.lang.Object and int

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          Bug - A problem which impairs or prevents the functions of the product. JDK-6558572 javac accepts semantically invalid == test

          • P4 - Minor loss of function, or other problem where easy workaround is present.
          • Closed
          relates to

          Bug - A problem which impairs or prevents the functions of the product. JDK-6979683 inconsistent interaction of reference cast with box/unbox conversions leaves out a useful case

          • P3 - Major loss of function.
          • Closed

          Bug - A problem which impairs or prevents the functions of the product. JDK-6790039 overhaul cast-conversion (umbrella)

          • P3 - Major loss of function.
          • Closed

          Bug - A problem which impairs or prevents the functions of the product. JDK-6526446 Fixes to JLS5.5 Casting Conversion

          • P4 - Minor loss of function, or other problem where easy workaround is present.
          • Closed

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