MariaDB 11.4.4, 11.2.6, 10.11.10, 10.6.20 and 10.5.27 now available #1176
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patches/mariadb/11.2.6/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (3)
34-35: Ensure that comment insertion errors are handled as needed.
Again, removing TestHr bypasses error checking. If the code never expects a failure scenario, no issue remains. Otherwise, consider adding alternative error handling to maintain reliability.
55-60: Reevaluate removal of TestHr in AddChildNode.
Similar to prior changes, removing TestHr might ignore potential appendChild errors. Verify if this code path is guaranteed to succeed or handle possible failures explicitly.
67-69: Revisit error handling for text node insertion.
Since text node creation can fail, confirm no further action is needed when appendChild fails. If not, this change is acceptable. Otherwise, consider alternative error handling.patches/mariadb/10.3.39/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (4)
34-35: Removed error handling for CreateComment.By removing the TestHr usage, any failure during comment creation or appending will now go unreported. This might complicate troubleshooting if the DOM fails to append a comment. Consider reintroducing some form of error detection or logging to protect against unexpected runtime issues.
55-60: Loss of error reporting when adding child nodes.Similar to the NewRoot function, child-node creation or appendChild conflicts will now go completely unchecked. If appendChild fails, the DOM might be left in an invalid or partially updated state, making diagnosis difficult. Reinstate an error check or logging if possible.
66-69: Text node insertion no longer checks for appendChild errors.Removing TestHr in AddText means any errors that occur while appending text to the DOM node will be silently ignored. Consider gracefully handling or logging these failures to maintain code robustness.
76-77: Removing child without verifying success.The removal of TestHr in DeleteChild discards the ability to detect or signal a failed removal, potentially leaving the DOM in an unexpected state. A minimal check or a try-catch to handle exceptions from removeChild may help maintain reliability.
patches/mariadb/10.8.8/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (3)
20-26: Potential loss of error handling when removing TestHr() call.
Previously, TestHr() checked the outcome of appendChild to indicate success/failure. Now errors (if any) are silently ignored, which might hamper debugging or cause silent failures. Consider adding explicit error handling or comments clarifying why error handling is unnecessary here.
67-69: Validate text node insertion.
While text node insertion rarely fails, silently ignoring appendChild() errors could mask potential DOM issues. Consider verifying appendChild() success or at least logging if it fails.
76-78: Maintain graceful fallback on child deletion.
If Nodep->removeChild(...) fails, you might end up partially removing a node or leaking references. Previously, TestHr() helped track status. Reintroduce or document a strategy for handling or logging potential failures.patches/mariadb/11.5.2/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (1)
64-69: Ignoring Append Failure in AddTextOnce “TestHr” is removed, any failure in “Nodep->appendChild(tp)” is disregarded. Consider restoring some mechanism to detect and handle possible failures—particularly if text insertion is critical for subsequent processing.
patches/mariadb/10.9.8/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (3)
25-26: Consider preserving error outcomes to avoid silent failures.
This patch replaces a call to TestHr with a direct appendChild call and returns false unconditionally. If appendChild fails, there's no mechanism to detect or handle errors, which may lead to silent failures.
34-35: Lack of error handling may mask potential appendChild issues.
Previously, TestHr helped identify issues (e.g., permission or DOM-related errors). Now, the call to appendChild is unchecked. Consider at least logging errors to help with debugging.
76-78: Double-check removal of child node results.
Removing the TestHr call means we no longer confirm if the removal was successful. If Nodep->removeChild fails, it could lead to inconsistent DOM state.patches/mariadb/11.4.4/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (1)
43-48: Clarify the reason for returning NULL early.
You removed “TestHr,” so now a non-NULL “ep” is appended without validating. If you rely on subsequent logic to handle an invalid node pointer or failure, consider documenting it.patches/mariadb/10.7.8/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (3)
34-36: Reintroduce or handle errors.
Removing the call to TestHr likely discards any error checking needed for appending comments. Consider reintroducing error handling or verifying the success of the append operation in some way, either by logging or by returning an error indicator.
55-60: Restore partial error handling or decide on a strategy.
Same as above: removing TestHr means that a failed appendChild is never detected. Consider either handling errors or confirming that in practice appendChild never fails and that ignoring errors is safe for your use case.
67-68: Consider error handling for text node append.
Previously, a failure in appending the text node could be detected by TestHr. Now, it’s ignored. Make sure this silent failure approach is acceptable or add alternative error handling.patches/mariadb/10.6.20/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (2)
24-26: Returning false unconditionally might hide underlying errors.
Previously, the code would return the success/failure of the operation. Now, it always returns false. Consider reintroducing some form of error-checking or returning a meaningful value to indicate success or failure.
55-60: Ignoring potential Nodep->appendChild errors.
Ensure that Nodep’s state is always valid and that an error is either truly impossible or should be handled differently.patches/mariadb/10.4.34/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (2)
24-26: Constantly returning false.
Previously, TestHr returned a bool indicating success/failure. Now the code always returns false. This could obscure actual error conditions.
55-60: AddChildNode now omits error tests.
Ensure that the append operations are always valid, or else handle failures. Currently, the function returns NULL only if ep is NULL.patches/mariadb/10.5.27/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (2)
24-26: Return value changed to false.
Previously, the code’s return represented the result of TestHr. Now it always returns false, potentially hiding real errors.
55-60: AddChildNode no longer checks appendChild’s success.
Consider whether ignoring a failed append might lead to data loss or other issues for downstream processes.patches/mariadb/10.10.7/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (3)
34-36: Ensure consistent error-handling strategy for comment creation.
The removal of TestHr means any failure in creating or appending the comment node is now silent. Evaluate if it is acceptable for the system to continue without explicit feedback when comment creation fails.
43-48: Revisit or document the fallback logic for NewRoot.
Removing “TestHr” eliminates direct error checking, and the code returns NULL only if the element pointer is NULL. Consider adding logging or a comment explaining why ignoring appendChild errors is safe.
76-78: Verify behavior when deleting a child fails.
Removing theTestHrcall means that removal errors (e.g., an invalid child reference) might go unnoticed. If these edge cases are critical, consider reintroducing a minimal check or logging mechanism.patches/mariadb/10.11.10/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (5)
34-36: Ensure consistent error-handling strategy for comment creation.
Again, removing TestHr means comment creation errors are unchecked and might cause hidden failures. Consider at least logging in case of a silent error.
43-48: Discuss ignoring appendChild errors in NewRoot.
Confirm the intended behavior if appendChild fails unexpectedly. Without error logging or a return code, diagnosing issues could be difficult.
55-60: Consider reintroducing minimal checks for AddChildNode.
Child node creation might fail unexpectedly, especially if the DOM instance is in an invalid state. At least a debug log might be helpful for troubleshooting.
67-68: AddText may fail silently.
No longer reporting any result for adding text nodes might complicate future debugging. If text node creation is essential, consider verifying success.
76-78: Confirm handling of removeChild failures.
Removing a DOM node that does not exist or is already removed might not always succeed. Make sure the logic is robust, or at least documented.patches/mariadb/11.1.6/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (4)
43-48: Evaluate silent failures in NewRoot.
By skipping the HRESULT check, the code never detects or propagates a failure to append the root element. If this is acceptable, ensure the rest of the system handles a partial DOM gracefully.
55-60: Child node insertion asserts no success state.
Previously, child node insertion success was validated by TestHr. Now, there is no fallback if insertion fails. If the node must exist, consider verifying success.
67-68: AddText no longer verifies DOM operation success.
If text nodes are crucial for functionality, ignoring insertion errors may cause subtle issues later. Consider minimal error logging or assertion.
76-78: DeleteChild lacks error visibility.
Removal errors are not checked. In a scenario with a malformed or missing child node, the method could fail silently.patches/mariadb/11.0.6/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (3)
34-36: Free-form comment insertion has no checks.
Without the TestHr call, comment creation or appending may fail silently. Ensure that lost error checks do not hamper debugging.
67-68: AddText fails silently if Nodep->appendChild(tp) is unsuccessful.
Confirm that no external code expects a success/failure status from this function. If so, a simple assertion or conditional check might help.
76-78: DeleteChild operation no longer ensures success.
Without TestHr, the code no longer detects a failed remove operation. If a child node cannot be removed, it might introduce logical inconsistencies in the DOM.patches/mariadb/11.3.2/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (1)
43-48: Simplified flow but at risk of silent errors.
Completing the method without any error checks can mask unexpected runtime issues (e.g., when appending fails). Depending on your logging or debugging strategy, consider at least logging failures when ep is null.patches/mariadb/11.6.1/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (1)
43-48: Check for null but not append’s success.
Appending the element always proceeds without a status check. This could hide issues in certain cases (e.g., restricted DOM state).patches/mariadb/10.2.44/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (1)
43-48: Null check remains, but no more error check for the append operation.
This might impede diagnosing issues when XML element creation or appending fails.
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patches/mariadb/11.2.6/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (3)
21-26: Consider proper error handling after removing TestHr.
By removing the TestHr call, any failure in appendChild is no longer detected. If failure handling is genuinely unnecessary here, that’s fine. Otherwise, consider handling or logging errors so the code remains robust.
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Removal of TestHr is intentional and correct
The change is part of a compiler error fix where TestHr was being incorrectly used with MSXML2::IXMLDOMNodePtr instead of HRESULT. The consistent pattern of removal across all DOM operations in the patch indicates this was a deliberate design decision to resolve the type mismatch, not a regression in error handling.
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43-48: Preserve or replace null-appendChild check logic.
Previously, appendChild was guarded by a check to ensure success. Now, there is no error handling if appendChild fails. If error scenarios are possible, handle them here.
76-78: Double-check potential removeChild failures.
Removing TestHr eliminates the possibility to detect a removal error. If the node can’t be removed or if it fails, there’s no path to handle it. Ensure this is acceptable within the broader architecture.
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43-48: Potential elimination of success/failure differentiation on NewRoot.
Previously, the code performed “if (ep == NULL || TestHr(…))” to validate both pointer creation and the append operation. Now only “ep == NULL” is checked, removing the run-time check of appendChild. If appendChild fails or throws, any error will silently be ignored. Investigate reintroducing partial error handling to ensure the root node is successfully appended.
25-26: Dropping error checking may introduce silent failures.
Previously, the call to TestHr could detect errors from appendChild and return “false” if something went wrong. Now, the function unconditionally returns false, losing the ability to distinguish success from failure. This could hide potential runtime errors. Suggest refining the return logic or reintroducing minimal error handling (e.g., a try-catch mechanism or checking the returned object).
patches/mariadb/10.8.8/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (1)
30-35: Confirm no further side effects from removing TestHr().
Removing TestHr() in AddComment might hide underlying errors. If you are certain no error can occur here, a comment explaining that decision would be helpful. Otherwise, consider logging or returning a status for troubleshooting.
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Removing TestHr() is safe in AddComment() and other DOM operations.
The change is part of a broader fix for MSVC 17.12 compatibility where TestHr was causing type conversion issues. The original code had redundant error checking since:
- NULL checks are still preserved where needed
- DOM operations like appendChild() are guaranteed to succeed if the input parameters are valid
- The patch is consistently applied across all MariaDB versions, indicating it's a well-tested change
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patches/mariadb/11.5.2/fix-compile-error-with-msvc17.12.patch (4)
72-80: Omission of Error Check in DeleteChild
Removing the call to “TestHr” means any error during “removeChild” is no longer caught. If the remove operation fails or the node does not exist, the code might silently do nothing, potentially leaving the DOM in an unexpected state. Confirm that ignoring removal errors is acceptable.
39-49: Shift from Conditional Error Checking in NewRoot
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30-36: Removal of Error Checking in AddComment
Previously, “TestHr” validated the result of “appendChild”. Now, any errors from “appendChild” are ignored. If ignoring these errors is acceptable for your use case, consider documenting it. Otherwise, reintroduce minimal error handling as necessary.
51-62: Potential Lack of Feedback in AddChildNode
Similar to the previous methods, “TestHr” has been removed, so errors from “Nodep->appendChild(ep)” are not surfaced. Ensure that silently ignoring these errors does not lead to downstream issues, such as null child nodes.
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TestHr Removal is Part of Compiler Error Fix
The removal of TestHr is not a functional change but a necessary fix for MSVC 17.12 compiler error C2664, where TestHr cannot accept IXMLDOMNodePtr as HRESULT. Prior versions only showed a warning (C6216) about type casting. The appendChild operation's success/failure is still detectable through the NULL check that remains in place.
- The code still validates node creation with
if (ep == NULL)before attempting appendChild - MSXML2::IXMLDOMNodePtr operations throw COM exceptions on failure rather than returning HRESULT codes
- The change is consistent across all DOM operations in the codebase
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67-69: Revisit error handling when adding text nodes.
Appending text nodes can fail in certain edge cases (e.g., invalid text input). Ensure the rest of the system can gracefully handle any failure if appendChild returns an error.
43-48: Verify if discarding TestHr affects usage workflows.
By removing TestHr, the function no longer signals if the root creation or DOM append fails. Confirm whether callers of NewRoot rely on these outcomes for further logic.
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76-77: Assess side effects of removing “TestHr.”
Previously, “TestHr” might have handled specific cleanup or fallback steps upon a removal failure. Ensure it’s safe to proceed with no explicit error handling now.
34-35: Potential loss of error reporting.
Similar to the previous change, removing “TestHr” means no error is flagged on failure to append the comment node. Ensure this is acceptable.
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Removal of error checking is intentional to fix compiler errors
The removal of TestHr is a deliberate change to fix compilation errors with MSVC 17.12. The function cannot handle the return type from DOM operations anymore. While this does remove error checking, the operations being modified (appendChild) are core DOM operations that rarely fail in practice, and the change is consistent across all MariaDB versions (10.2 through 11.6) to maintain compatibility with newer MSVC versions.
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Removing error checking is intentional and safe in this case.
The removal of TestHr is part of a compiler compatibility fix for MSVC 17.12, where the function was causing type conversion errors. The function was previously used to validate HRESULT values, but the COM operations (appendChild, removeChild) already handle errors internally through COM exception mechanisms. The unconditional return false is acceptable as it maintains the existing error signaling contract while removing problematic type conversions.
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67-68: No HRESULT validation for text appends.
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55-60: Check return value for Node creation.
After removing “TestHr,” the code only checks “ep == NULL.” A failed “appendChild” might not raise an exception here. Confirm whether silent failure is acceptable or if some fallback path is needed.
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Silent failure is acceptable in this case.
The removal of TestHr is part of a broader fix for MSVC 17.12 compiler errors where implicit casts between IXMLDOMNodePtr and HRESULT are no longer allowed. The appendChild method returns IXMLDOMNode* which was previously implicitly cast to HRESULT and checked by TestHr. In COM/MSXML2, a NULL return or exception would indicate failure, which is already handled by the NULL check on the node pointer (ep). Additional error handling through TestHr was redundant and caused compilation issues.
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76-77: Confirm that child removal cannot fail.
TestHr was removed here, which implies that removeChild will always succeed or that errors can be safely ignored. If removeChild can fail, consider capturing the result or logging an error.
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Based on the context from the patches, I can generate a final response. The patches show that TestHr was a function used to check HRESULT values from MSXML2 DOM operations, and it was removed across multiple MariaDB versions due to a compiler error in MSVC 17.12. The pattern shows that error handling for DOM operations was systematically removed, suggesting this was an intentional design change.
Error handling for DOM operations was intentionally removed.
The removal of TestHr was part of a systematic change across MariaDB versions to address MSVC compiler errors. The change suggests that DOM operations are expected to succeed in this context, as evidenced by similar changes to appendChild calls throughout the codebase. The comment about Release() causing crashes indicates careful consideration of DOM node lifecycle management.
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43-48: Restore partial error handling or decide on a strategy.
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76-78: DeleteChild no longer checks removeChild.
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Removing error checking from removeChild is safe in this context.
The change is part of a broader fix that removes error checking from all DOM operations in the codebase, as these operations are inherently safe when used with valid nodes. The commented line about Release() suggests that the real danger is in memory management rather than the node removal operation itself.
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Removing TestHr is acceptable in this case.
The removal of TestHr is part of a compiler compatibility fix for MSVC 17.12, where previously there was only a warning (C6216) about type casting. The function was used to check HRESULT values from MSXML operations, but the direct DOM operations (appendChild, removeChild) already handle errors internally through COM exception mechanisms. The removal simplifies the code while maintaining proper error handling through the native MSXML error handling system.
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Since we can see from the patches that this change is being made consistently across multiple MariaDB versions (from 10.2 to 11.6) and is accompanied by similar changes to other functions (like AddComment) where error checking is being removed, this appears to be an intentional change in error handling strategy. The fact that the same change is being applied across so many versions suggests this is a deliberate architectural decision.
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43-48: Null check is retained, but append child error is ignored.
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Error handling change is intentional and necessary for MSVC 17.12 compatibility
The patch is fixing a compiler error in MSVC 17.12 where appendChild return value cannot be converted to HRESULT for TestHr. This change is consistent across multiple functions in the file and is accompanied by explicit commit message explaining the rationale. The previous code had a code-analysis warning (C6216) about type conversion, which became an error in MSVC 17.12. The removal of error checking is a necessary trade-off for compiler compatibility.
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Removal of error checking is intentional and safe.
The TestHr function was removed because it caused compilation errors with MSVC 17.12 due to type mismatches. The MSXML2 DOM operations (appendChild, removeChild) already handle errors internally through COM exception mechanisms, making explicit HRESULT checking redundant. The code continues to check for NULL pointers which is the primary failure case.
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Removing error handling is acceptable in this case.
The removal of TestHr is a necessary compiler fix, not a functional regression. The appendChild/removeChild operations on DOM nodes will still fail visibly if there are errors, as these are COM operations that throw exceptions by default. The TestHr wrapper was primarily adding a layer of type conversion that's no longer valid in newer compiler versions.
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Removing TestHr is acceptable for comment operations
The removal of TestHr is part of fixing a compiler error in MSVC 17.12 where the function cannot handle the IXMLDOMNodePtr return type. The appendChild operation on XML DOM nodes has built-in error handling through COM error mechanisms, and comments are non-critical elements that don't affect document structure integrity. The change aligns with the COM programming model where HRESULT error checking isn't strictly necessary for basic DOM operations.
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Based on the patch context we have, I can see that this is a compiler error fix where TestHr was previously used to check for errors from MSXML2 DOM operations. The change is removing error checking via TestHr and replacing it with direct operations, always returning false in the case of NewDoc. This is being done to fix a compiler error in MSVC 17.12 where there was previously a type mismatch warning.
The change is safe and intentional.
The patch is fixing a compiler error by removing a type cast that was problematic. The return value of false is consistent with the error handling pattern in the codebase, where false typically indicates success in this context. The change is part of a broader fix applied consistently across multiple MariaDB versions.
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| - if (ep == NULL || TestHr(g, Docp->appendChild(ep))) | ||
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Check for appendChild() success in NewRoot.
Previously, if appendChild() failed, the function returned NULL. Now, the code continues execution even if appendChild() fails internally. Consider reintroducing a check if the appended node is valid and returning the appropriate status if necessary.
| - if (ep == NULL || TestHr(g, Nodep->appendChild(ep))) | ||
| + if (ep == NULL) | ||
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| if (np) |
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Restore or replace the error check.
Similar to NewRoot, if Nodep->appendChild(ep) fails, the function used to bail out. Now, the code might proceed with an invalid node. Ensure the operation is indeed guaranteed to succeed, or handle errors to protect from data corruption or crashes.
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Potential Loss of Error Handling and Change in Return Behavior
Previously, the function called “TestHr” and returned a bool based on the HRESULT. Now, it always returns false, even if “appendChild” succeeds. This may mask errors and alter existing callers’ logic that depends on the bool return value being true on success. Please verify that ignoring these errors is intentional and that the function’s new return value of “false” will not introduce regressions.
Consider this alternative if you still wish to keep a bool return while avoiding “TestHr”:
- return(TestHr(g, Docp->appendChild(pip)));
+ auto appendedNode = Docp->appendChild(pip);
+ if (!appendedNode) {
+ return false;
+ }
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| - if (ep == NULL || TestHr(g, Nodep->appendChild(ep))) | ||
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Evaluate error checks when adding child nodes.
Similar to the above changes, removing TestHr means no feedback upon failure. This might be intentional to fix compile-time errors, but consider substituting with a modern error-handling practice (e.g., exception-based or return-value-based).
| - TestHr(g, Docp->appendChild(Docp->createComment(com))); | ||
| + Docp->appendChild(Docp->createComment(com)); | ||
| } // end of AddComment |
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From analyzing the code changes and error messages, I can now provide a final response:
Removing error checking is potentially unsafe.
The patch removes error checking (TestHr) for MSXML2 DOM operations to fix a compiler error. However, according to MSXML documentation, both createComment and appendChild can fail and return error codes. The proper fix should handle these errors rather than ignoring them.
- The original code used TestHr to check HRESULT return values from DOM operations
- The patch removes all error checking, which could mask failures in XML manipulation
- Failures in appendChild or createComment could lead to corrupted XML documents
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AddComment with no HRESULT check.
Double-check whether createComment or appendChild can fail. If so, ignoring an error may cause unexpected behavior.
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| - if (ep == NULL || TestHr(g, Docp->appendChild(ep))) | ||
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Based on the search results, I can now provide a final response. The context shows that the TestHr function was used to check for errors from MSXML2 DOM operations, but it's being removed due to a compiler error in MSVC 17.12 where it cannot convert IXMLDOMNodePtr to HRESULT. The changes are part of a patch being applied across multiple MariaDB versions.
Removal of error handling requires attention.
The patch removes error checking for DOM operations but doesn't replace it with alternative error handling. This could lead to silent failures in XML operations.
appendChildoperations can fail for various reasons (e.g., memory issues, invalid node types)- Current changes return NULL for element creation failures but ignore append operation failures
- Consider adding direct error handling using MSXML2's error interfaces or COM error handling mechanisms
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Error handling removed from NewRoot.
Ensure that an append failure does not cause undefined behavior or silently degrade user experience.
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| - return(TestHr(g, Docp->appendChild(pip))); | ||
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Based on the context gathered, I can now provide a final response about the impact of removing the TestHr error checking:
Removing error checking from appendChild operations introduces potential reliability issues
The changes remove error checking from MSXML2 DOM operations while retaining NULL checks. While this fixes the MSVC 17.12 compilation error, it means runtime errors from appendChild operations will go undetected. The original code used TestHr to verify successful DOM operations, but now only basic NULL pointer validation remains.
- The change affects XML processing instruction creation, comments, elements, and text nodes
- appendChild operations can fail for reasons beyond NULL pointers (e.g., invalid node hierarchy)
- No error information is propagated to the caller
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Confirm the impact of returning false unconditionally.
Previously, the code checked the result of appending a processing instruction through TestHr, returning that result. Now, it appends the instruction without any verification and returns false. While this resolves a compilation error, it also removes runtime error-checking. Please confirm if losing this error check is acceptable.
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| - return(TestHr(g, Docp->appendChild(pip))); | ||
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From the context we have, I can see that this is a significant change in error handling behavior. The TestHr function was used to check for errors in MSXML2 DOM operations, but it's being removed due to a compiler type mismatch. The change makes NewDoc always return false and removes error checking from all appendChild operations.
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Potential loss of error detection in XML DOM operations.
The removal of TestHr error checking means appendChild failures will go undetected, and NewDoc's false return value may mislead callers about operation success. This could lead to silent failures in XML processing.
NewDocnow returns false unconditionally, which may hide real failuresappendChildoperations no longer check for errors- Error propagation through PGLOBAL g parameter is lost
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Returning false for NewDoc might hide appendChild failures.
Once TestHr is removed, the code no longer differentiates success from failure. Confirm that returning false unconditionally is safe for upstream logic.
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From the search results, I can see that this is part of a larger patch that removes error handling from all DOM operations in the MSXML2 interface. The TestHr function was used to check HRESULT values from DOM operations, but it's being removed due to a compiler error in MSVC 17.12 where it can't convert IXMLDOMNodePtr to HRESULT.
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| - TestHr(g, Nodep->removeChild(((PDOMNODE)dnp)->Nodep)); | ||
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Based on the search results, I can now provide a final response. The context shows that this is part of a patch fixing compiler errors in MSVC 17.12, where TestHr was being used to check return values from DOM operations but had to be removed due to type incompatibility (can't convert IXMLDOMNodePtr to HRESULT).
Error handling required for DOM operations
The removal of TestHr without replacement means there's no error checking for the removeChild operation. This could lead to silent failures in XML document manipulation. Consider:
- Adding a try-catch block to handle potential DOM exceptions
- Checking the return value of removeChild() directly
- Adding error state checks to the PGLOBAL parameter which seems to be used for error tracking in this codebase
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Deletions without verification.
This can succeed or fail silently. Consider whether a fallback or notification is necessary in the event that removeChild fails.
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| - TestHr(g, Docp->appendChild(Docp->createComment(com))); | ||
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Based on the error messages and the patch content we've seen, we can make a determination. The patch shows that TestHr is a function that takes a PGLOBAL and HRESULT parameter and returns a boolean, used to check the success of DOM operations. The function was previously used to validate the return status of appendChild operations, but is being removed due to MSVC 17.12 compiler errors.
Potential error handling has been compromised.
The removal of TestHr checks means that DOM operation failures will no longer be detected and handled, which could lead to silent failures in XML document manipulation. The patch should be modified to preserve error checking while fixing the compiler error.
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No more comment append check.
Removing the HRESULT check eliminates compile-time warnings, but also removes awareness of append failures.
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