databaseid
Databaseid, or database identifier, is a unique value assigned to a database within a server, instance, or managed environment. It serves as a stable reference that software and administrators use to locate, catalog, and operate on the database among many databases.
Most implementations represent the identifier as a numeric value or a globally unique identifier, and it is
Common uses include catalog queries, backup and restore operations, replication, auditing, and access control. Applications and
System-specific notes: In Microsoft SQL Server, the database_id is an integer shown in system catalogs (for example,
Security and governance: Access to the databaseid should be restricted to privileged users, as it can reveal
See also: database, database management system, OID, GUID, schema.