How Are DB Credentials Stored Within Test Data Manager (TDM) Connection Profiles
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Article ID: 77078
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CA Test Data Manager (Data Finder / Grid Tools)
Issue/Introduction
How are the database credentials stored within Test Data Manager (TDM)? What encryption method is used to store the data securely?
Environment
Release: Component: TDMDTM
Resolution
Database credentials are stored within the gtrep (AKA the repo). The password is encrypted with the AES-256 cipher. All other data (username, servername, connection/driver parameters, database name, etc) are stored in plain text.