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What is the main reason for implementing strong database security?
What is the main reason for implementing strong database security?
- To prevent weak passwords
- To prevent buffer overflow attacks
- To prevent SQL injection attacks
- To prevent unauthorized access to stored passwords (correct)
What is the main concern of Slavik Markovich regarding database configuration?
What is the main concern of Slavik Markovich regarding database configuration?
- Frequency of buffer overflow attacks
- Lack of security in database setup (correct)
- Insufficient hashing of user passwords
- Weak passwords used by administrators
What is the primary purpose of hashing users' passwords?
What is the primary purpose of hashing users' passwords?
- To protect administrators' credentials
- To secure databases from common attacks
- To prevent password database breaches
- To protect users' passwords in case of a breach (correct)
According to NIST guidelines, who should have access to password storage databases?
According to NIST guidelines, who should have access to password storage databases?
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What is a common method used by attackers to gain access to systems?
What is a common method used by attackers to gain access to systems?
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What happened to Patreon's databases in 2015?
What happened to Patreon's databases in 2015?
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Why is it important to secure administrators' authentication credentials?
Why is it important to secure administrators' authentication credentials?
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What is the main benefit of hashing users' passwords?
What is the main benefit of hashing users' passwords?
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What is a common weakness in database configuration?
What is a common weakness in database configuration?
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Why is it important to follow NIST guidelines for password storage?
Why is it important to follow NIST guidelines for password storage?
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What is the primary goal of securing password storage databases?
What is the primary goal of securing password storage databases?
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