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SQL Server 7.0 Extended Stored Procedure Reference 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

xp_cmdshell

Opens an NT command shell where you can execute any NT command. This is a very powerful procedure that can pose a serious security risk. The command shell runs with the permissions of the account SQL Server is logged in as and not with the credentials of the user. Make sure you carefully evaluate the people that have execute permission for this procedure.

Parameter Description Optional
command Any DOS or NT command that could normally be executed from a DOS prompt. This includes executing batch files and other programs. No

SQL Server 7.0 Extended Stored Procedure Reference 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

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