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Status Under review
Created by Guest
Created on Mar 7, 2023

GPM (Graphical Process Modeler)

The current version of GPM does not function with the current Java SDK levels. The last valid Java JDK is Java 1.8.0_281. This fails to meet current Java versions for vulnerability issues. As a result, many will have to justify the need to run an older version of Java to run the application. This has been an issue for over 5 years.

The product needs to be brought up to date so we can use the current Java version. Also, the embedded cert has expired and gives a warning message every time you attempt to run it.

What is your industry? Financial Markets
How will this idea be used?

Allow the ability for the tool to be launched with a current Java level, instead of having to attempt to keep older version of Java to allow the application to run.