dsccommunity / dsccommunity/SqlServerDsc

SqlLogin: Should support rename parameter

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enhancement help wanted
Dominant language
PowerShell
Stars
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Forks
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Description

Feature request: A rename parameter would be helpful. Example would be renaming the default SA account prior to disabling per most security guidelines.

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Research direction

The request names the SqlLogin resource but no files, entry points, or tests. Start by locating that resource and its existing account-related parameters, then identify how disabling the default SA account is handled. Done means the resource supports a rename parameter that can be used before disabling SA, with behavior covered by the relevant tests.

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Assessment

Tech stack
powershell, sql
Domain
databases, security
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
38/100

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