Java Security Policy File
General Information
| Title | POLICY File Extension |
| Extension | .policy |
| Full Form | Java Security Policy File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Oracle Corporation |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define permissions |
| Additional Functions | Control access, Secure code execution |
| Features | Text-based, Configurable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text readability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Enterprise Applications | Yes |
| Web Servers | Yes |
| Applets | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Improper permissions |
| Best Practices | Least privilege, Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Associated with JRE version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .java, .class, .jar, .keystore |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Java Runtime Environment |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Solaris |
 Apache NetBeans |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 IntelliJ IDEA |
Paid, Free Community Edition | Windows, Mac, Linux |