[Zope] Text field and module import questions

[David Pratt]

Hi Ivan.  Script Python scripts permit a limited number of modules to 
be used for security reasons. You will get these types of errors 
whenever you try to import a module that is not allowed.  The best way 
to use other modules in Zope is by developing a product - like a simple 
tool product. You can import whatever modules you would like and place 
security restrictions on the methods you create (in a way that is 
consistent with how they will be used and who will use them).

I think on zope.org you will find an example tool product and example 
content type products.  I believe there are also examples of example 
plone and cmf products as well. This  will be of interest if you are 
developing in one of these CMSs and provides a good starting point.

If you search the archives of this list you may also find additional 
information on allowing specific modules into your Script Python since 
I recall this coming up before.  From my perspective, the security 
measures in Zope are there to help you create secure applications.  You 
can query the archives of this list at:

http://aspn.activestate.com/ASPN/Mail/Browse/Threaded/zope-List

Regards,
David

> Also, I have a python script that I would like to import a python 
> module, but when I run it Zope complains the user does not have 
> authorization. Is there a way around this?