Fix: Validate confirmed query parameter in Person API #18981
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fixes #18957
This PR fixes an issue in PersonController #show where the confirmed query parameter was only checked for presence and not validated.
The controller now restricts confirmed to valid boolean values (true / false).
Any other value results in a 400 Bad Request with a clear error message.
Changes:-
Why?
This ensures predictable API behavior, prevents unintended queries, and aligns input validation with existing API standards.
Testing