Leveraging JDK Tools and Updates to Help Safeguard Java Applications

The JDK includes tools like jcmd and jdeps, which help administrators and developers secure Java applications by identifying classes, analyzing dependencies, and configuring runtime options. Tools such as jlink allow the creation of custom runtime images to minimize unnecessary functionality and potential attack surfaces. This guidance helps enhance security through proper use of system properties, environment variables, and carefully configured JDK runtimes.