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  2. JDK-6561126

keytool should use larger default keysize for keypairs

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    • sparc
    • solaris_10

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      Recent cryptanalysis has shown weaknesses (though not yet broken) in 1024 bit RSA keys: see http://www.theregister.com/2007/05/22/unreadable_writing_is_on_the_wall/

      We should seriously consider increasing the keytool default keysize for generating keypairs
      to 2048 for JDK 7. For DSA, this will require support for keys larger than 1024 -
      see 6560751.

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          Enhancement - null JDK-6560751 Update DSA implementation according to FIPS 186-3

          • P3 - Major loss of function.
          • Resolved

          Enhancement - null JDK-6865570 sync doc changes for 6847026 and 6561126 to windows

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

          Enhancement - null JDK-6569580 Need to find a place for all constants used in Sun security providers

          • P5 - Cosmetic problem like misspelt words or misaligned text.
          • Closed

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