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Releases a file from file access matrix access control. This command does not affect access control defined by lockwords or access control definitions (ACDs). It cannot be used on directories. The file matrix access is not enforced until the file is secured with the MPE/iX SECURE command. (CM)
RELEASE filereference
filereference Actual file designator of the file whose security provisions are to be suspended, written in this format filename[/lockword][.groupname[.acctname]] If the file has a lockword, it must be specified. If you do no specify a lockword you will be prompted for one. If groupname.acctname is not specified, MPE/iX assumes the logon group and account.
This command removes all security provisions for a file at all levels (file, group, and account) and allows any user in the system unlimited access to the file. The exception is privileged files; they cannot be released. Other users will have access to the file until its original security provisions are restored with the SECURE command. The file remains accessible after the job or session ends. It also remains accessible after a system failure, unless the system is restarted with a SYSGEN tape created before the RELEASE command was issued for the file. An ACD overrides file access matrix controls regardless of whether or not the file has been released. This command can be used only for permanent files on disk whose labels identify you as the creator of the file. In addition, the RELEASE command will fail if the group's home volume set is not mounted. When the default MPE/iX security provisions are in effect, the file must be in your logon account and must belong to your logon or home group. Files outside MPE groups are protected by explicit or implicit ACDs. For more information about ACDs refer to the ALTSEC command. You may use the LISTFILE command to see if a file has been secured or released. The content and format of LISTFILE output depends upon the listing level you specify. Your ability to check passwords depends upon your capabilities. Refer to the LISTFILE command. This command may be issued from a session, job, program, or in BREAK. Pressing [Break] has no effect on this command.
To release all security provisions for the file named FILE1, in your logon group and account MAC.TECHPUBS, enter RELEASE FILE1 If MPE/iX fails to locate the file, the following error message is displayed UNABLE TO ACCESS FILE1.MAC.TECHPUBS. (CIERR 356)
Commands: SECURE, ALTSEC Manuals : Performing System Management Tasks (32650-90004) Performing System Operation Tasks (32650-90137) Back to Main Index