statefile.directory

Sets a dedicated directory for imfile state files.

This parameter applies to imfile: Text File Input Module.

Name:

statefile.directory

Scope:

module

Type:

string

Default:

module=global(workDirectory) value

Required?:

no

Introduced:

8.1905.0

Description

Permits specification of a dedicated directory for the storage of imfile state files. An absolute path name should be specified (e.g., /var/rsyslog/imfilestate). If not specified the global workDirectory setting is used.

Important: The directory must exist before rsyslog is started. rsyslog needs write permissions to work correctly. This may also require SELinux definitions or similar permissions in other security systems.

Module usage

module(load="imfile" statefile.directory="/var/rsyslog/imfilestate")

See also

See also imfile: Text File Input Module.

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