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What is the primary objective of database security?
What is the primary objective of database security?
- To enhance the speed of database queries
- To reduce the cost of data management
- To maintain confidentiality, availability, and integrity of the database (correct)
- To limit user access to the database
Which function does a firewall serve in database security?
Which function does a firewall serve in database security?
- Backing up data for recovery purposes
- Acting as a separator or restrictor of network traffic (correct)
- Authenticating users accessing the database
- Encrypting sensitive data for secure storage
What does authentication in the context of database security entail?
What does authentication in the context of database security entail?
- Verifying the identity of a user through a secure process (correct)
- Allowing users to modify data within the database
- Monitoring database activity for suspicious behavior
- Encrypting all data in the database
Which of the following best defines data encryption?
Which of the following best defines data encryption?
What is the purpose of threat detection in database security?
What is the purpose of threat detection in database security?
Why is physical security important for databases?
Why is physical security important for databases?
What could be a consequence of failing to implement effective database security measures?
What could be a consequence of failing to implement effective database security measures?
Which of the following actions is associated with the concept of authorization within databases?
Which of the following actions is associated with the concept of authorization within databases?
Which of the following databases is known for being a public domain database engine?
Which of the following databases is known for being a public domain database engine?
What is the latest release version of Elasticsearch mentioned?
What is the latest release version of Elasticsearch mentioned?
Which of the following license types applies to Microsoft SQL Server?
Which of the following license types applies to Microsoft SQL Server?
Who is the original author of Elasticsearch?
Who is the original author of Elasticsearch?
What programming languages are mentioned as those used for operating systems in the content?
What programming languages are mentioned as those used for operating systems in the content?
What is the license type for MariaDB?
What is the license type for MariaDB?
Which database management system is known for being an open source, document-oriented system?
Which database management system is known for being an open source, document-oriented system?
Which operating systems does Oracle DBMS support?
Which operating systems does Oracle DBMS support?
What is the latest release version of PostgreSQL mentioned?
What is the latest release version of PostgreSQL mentioned?
Which is NOT a category of Microsoft SQL Server editions?
Which is NOT a category of Microsoft SQL Server editions?
Who is the current lead developer and CTO of MariaDB?
Who is the current lead developer and CTO of MariaDB?
Which company develops Microsoft SQL Server?
Which company develops Microsoft SQL Server?
Which of the following databases is commonly used for online transaction processing (OLTP)?
Which of the following databases is commonly used for online transaction processing (OLTP)?
What primary functionality does a Database Management System (DBMS) provide?
What primary functionality does a Database Management System (DBMS) provide?
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a Database Management System (DBMS)?
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a Database Management System (DBMS)?
What feature of a DBMS ensures that multiple users can access data simultaneously without conflicts?
What feature of a DBMS ensures that multiple users can access data simultaneously without conflicts?
Which of the following is an example of a popular relational database management system?
Which of the following is an example of a popular relational database management system?
What is meant by data integrity in the context of a Database Management System?
What is meant by data integrity in the context of a Database Management System?
How does a DBMS assist with backup and recovery?
How does a DBMS assist with backup and recovery?
What type of license does MySQL operate under?
What type of license does MySQL operate under?
What is one major benefit of data security provided by a DBMS?
What is one major benefit of data security provided by a DBMS?
Flashcards
Database Security
Database Security
Processes, tools, and controls that protect databases from threats, ensuring confidentiality, availability, and integrity of data.
Firewalls (in Database Security)
Firewalls (in Database Security)
First line of defense, controlling network traffic to restrict unauthorized access to a database.
Authentication
Authentication
Verifying a user's identity by confirming their correct user ID and password.
Authorization
Authorization
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Threat Detection
Threat Detection
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Information Protection
Information Protection
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Data Encryption
Data Encryption
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Database Backup & Recovery
Database Backup & Recovery
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Physical Security
Physical Security
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Data Theft
Data Theft
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Damage to Business & Reputation
Damage to Business & Reputation
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DBMS
DBMS
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Database Purpose
Database Purpose
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Data Organization
Data Organization
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Data Security
Data Security
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Data Integrity
Data Integrity
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Backup and Recovery
Backup and Recovery
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Concurrency
Concurrency
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Relational DBMS
Relational DBMS
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MySQL
MySQL
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MariaDB
MariaDB
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Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
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Oracle DBMS
Oracle DBMS
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PostgreSQL
PostgreSQL
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MongoDB
MongoDB
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FreeBSD
FreeBSD
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Linux
Linux
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macOS
macOS
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Windows
Windows
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IBM DB2
IBM DB2
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Elasticsearch
Elasticsearch
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SQLite
SQLite
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Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
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C++
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JavaScript
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Python
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Study Notes
Database Security Overview
- Database security involves processes, tools, and controls designed to protect databases from accidental and intentional threats.
- The goal is to safeguard sensitive data, maintaining confidentiality, availability, and integrity of the database.
Types of Database Security
- Information protection: Strategies and practices safeguarding sensitive data.
- Network security: Protecting databases from unauthorized network access.
- SQL management: Controls over database-query language.
Firewalls
- Firewalls act as the first line of defense.
- They logically separate and restrict network traffic.
- Customizable to enforce organizational data security policies.
Authentication
- Authentication verifies a user's identity.
- Users prove their identity by providing correct user IDs and passwords.
Authorization
- Allows users specific access to data objects and database operations.
- Users can read but not modify or delete data, modify but not delete data, or delete data, depending on their assigned role.
Threat Detection
- Identifies anomalous database activities indicating potential security threats.
- Reports suspicious events to administrators.
Data Encryption
- Converts data into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access.
Database Backup and Recovery
- Creates data copies to restore in case of loss or corruption.
Physical Security
- Protects physical assets like servers through access controls and surveillance.
Importance of Database Security
- Data Theft: Databases are prime targets for cyberattacks due to valuable, sensitive information stored, like customer records, credit card, bank account, and personal identification numbers.
- Damage to Business and Brand Reputation: Companies with poor database security face customer hesitation to do business, damage to reputation, decline in sales, and customer churn.
- Revenue Loss: Data breaches can halt or slow business operations and revenue generation until the issue is resolved.
- Increased Costs: Data breaches incur millions of dollars in expenses, including legal fees, assisting victims, recovering data, potentially paying ransomware fees to hackers.
- Data Breach Violation Penalties: State and local agencies may impose fines and, in some cases, require compensation for customers when data is not protected.
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