Error when connecting to UMS via Java Web Start: "received fatal alert: handshake_failure"

Symptom

When trying to connect to UMS via Java Web Start, the connection fails with the error message "received fatal alert: handshake_failure".

Problem

The old Java Feature "SSL 2.0 compatible ClientHello format" is outdated and not accepted by UMS versions 4.09.100 or newer.

Solution

Disable Use SSL 2.0 compatible ClientHello format in the Advanced Settings menu of the Java Control Panel.