gnutls_record_discard_queued - Linux

Overview

gnutls_record_discard_queued is a command-line utility designed to discard queued records in a GNU Transport Layer Security (GNUTLS) session. It efficiently removes stale or unwanted records from the session’s buffer, maintaining a clean and organized communication channel.

Syntax

gnutls_record_discard_queued [options] <session_identifier>

Options/Flags

• -a: Discard all queued records, regardless of direction.
• -i: Only discard queued records for incoming data.
• -o: Only discard queued records for outgoing data.
• -h: Print help information and exit.

Examples

Discard all queued records on a session with ID 12345:

gnutls_record_discard_queued -a 12345

Remove only incoming queued records on session 54321:

gnutls_record_discard_queued -i 54321

Common Issues

If the session identifier provided is invalid or does not exist, the command will report an error. Double-check the session ID and ensure it is active before issuing the command.

Integration

gnutls_record_discard_queued can be integrated into larger scripts or automated workflows to dynamically manage GNUTLS sessions. For example, it can be used to purge stale records on a regular basis to prevent communication issues or memory leaks.

Related Commands

• gnutls_record_list_queued: Lists the queued records in a GNUTLS session.
• gnutls_session_info: Provides general information about a GNUTLS session.