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MySQL and MariaDB Encryption Options
Dec 10, 2019MySQL and MariaDB Encryption Options Encryption remains one of the most widely used cornerstones of data security across organizations of all sizes and industries. Why? In many cases it’s both effective and relatively simple to implement. There are two fundamental encryption capabilities that are almost universally necessary for basic data security: The ability to encrypt … Continue reading MySQL and MariaDB Encryption Options
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SQL Server Data Encryption Options
Nov 25, 2019These days it’s only a matter of time before our firewalls or access controls are breached. Then what? In a multi-tiered security strategy, data encryption is a critical next line of defense.
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Lock the Safe—Secure the Database
Nov 14, 2019You are going away on a much-needed vacation to Aruba. You will only be gone for a week. But you understand the importance of security, so you make sure you lock the windows and doors. You put the lights on a timer so would-be thieves think there is some activity in the house. You cancel … Continue reading Lock the Safe—Secure the Database
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Database Patch News — November 2019 (Issue 1)
Oct 29, 2019Welcome to Database Patch News, Buda Consulting’s monthly newsletter of current patch information for Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server. Here you’ll find information on available patches—including security patches—and desupported versions made available during the past month.
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A Simple Way to Improve Data Security
Mar 16, 2018Shrink Your Sensitive Data Footprint Protecting data is hard. Knowing for sure that you have identified and mitigated every vulnerability takes a lot of work and constant vigilance. The more servers you have to harden, the more databases you have to protect, the more work it is, and the more likely you will leave a hole … Continue reading A Simple Way to Improve Data Security
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Is the Sensitive Data in your Oracle database really safe?
Mar 13, 2018Discovering Sensitive Data Oracle has long had strong database encryption functionality and it keeps getting better. But they have been lacking a simple way to identify sensitive data in the database so you know what to encrypt, audit or protect via policies. I thought that might have improved recently with the release of a new database … Continue reading Is the Sensitive Data in your Oracle database really safe?
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Critical Oracle Security and Stability Flaw Discovered
Jun 17, 2013Infoworld today announced that they have been researching a flaw in oracle that can result in the inability to restore your database. Large oracle shops with interconnected databases are most at risk. The problem revolves around oracle’s SCN (system change number). The number has a limit that if exceeded, can render a database unusable, even … Continue reading Critical Oracle Security and Stability Flaw Discovered
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Database Downtime: Prepare For The Unexpected
Jan 21, 2013Test your Assumptions: Database Backup and Recovery Every now and then something happens that really drives home the need to test and validate the assumptions that we have about the availability of our IT assets. I had an experience this week that brought to mind the importance of testing backup and recovery and business continuity plans. … Continue reading Database Downtime: Prepare For The Unexpected
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Database Security: Is Your Database Vulnerable To Internal Attack?
Nov 15, 2011Enforcing Least Privilege To Enhance Database Security The principle of least privilege refers to the practice of ensuring that each individual has only the privilege and access that is necessary to perform their job function. In most IT shops that run an Oracle database, there are a group of individuals that need administrative access to the operating system and … Continue reading Database Security: Is Your Database Vulnerable To Internal Attack?
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Database Security Issues in the Cloud, Part 2: Regulatory Compliance
Aug 26, 2011As the number of databases moving to public, private and hybrid cloud computing infrastructure increases, security concerns are a significant and growing problem. Organizations will do well to scrutinize the security practices of cloud providers and other third parties that store their data. But wherever databases are running, responsibility for the security and integrity of … Continue reading Database Security Issues in the Cloud, Part 2: Regulatory Compliance
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