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com.glide.soap.guest_user

The com.glide.soap.guest_user property specifies the user ID under which unauthenticated SOAP requests are executed. Admins should configure roles and access controls for this user to ensure proper security and functionality.

Default: soap.guest Type: string Application: Global

Key questions about this property

The answers below summarize the purpose, scope, default effect, and review scenarios for this property.

What does it do? This property defines the user ID for executing SOAP requests when no authentication is provided, allowing for controlled access through role assignments and ACLs.
What area does it affect? SOAP API access
What does the default mean? The default value is "soap.guest", which is the baseline setting used unless it is changed.
When should you review it? Review this property when configuring SOAP integrations or adjusting access controls for unauthenticated users.

Out of the box property record

Raw metadata from the property record.

Property name com.glide.soap.guest_user
Sys ID 10a9faf80a0a0b2b001c104f0ecb0726
Type string
Application Global
Default value soap.guest
Description If unauthenticated, SOAP requests will execute on behalf of this user ID. Set roles for this user and use ACL to manage this user's access.
Updated 2024-05-25 04:06:29

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... targeted SQL injection attacks if other vulnerabilities exist. Exposing internal error information increases the risk of exploitation. Set guest user for soap requests • Description ◦(Old‎ <blank> ◦(New‎ Use the com.glide.soap.guest_user glide property to control the access level of unauthenticated SOAP requests. If this property isn't set to the recommended value of soap.guest or is set to a user with limited ...
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