Turn off verbose SQL error messages for import processor

  • Release version: Australia
  • Updated March 12, 2026
  • 1 minute to read

    • Configure this property to control whether verbose SQL error messages are displayed.

    If the glide.import.error_message.generic system property is set to false a verbose SQL error message is returned, potentially causing sensitive information disclosure.

    Ensure that the glide.import.error_message.generic is set to true to display a generic error message.

    More information

    Attribute Description
    Configuration name glide.import.error_message.generic
    Configuration type System Properties (/sys_properties_list.do)
    Data type Boolean
    Recommended value true
    Default value <none>
    Fallback value false
    Category Error handling and logging
    Security risk
    • Severity score: 3.1
    • CVSS score: Low
    • Security risk details: If verbose SQL error messages are returned, sensitive information such as database structure, table names, or query details may be exposed. This information can be leveraged by attackers to craft targeted SQL injection attacks or exploit other vulnerabilities, increasing the risk of data breaches and system compromise. Limiting error detail is essential to prevent information disclosure that aids malicious activity.
    Functional impact None
    Dependencies and prerequisites None