Database Security

Definitions

1. The set of controls used to protect database systems and the data inside them, including authentication, authorization, encryption, patching, monitoring, and backup discipline. It covers both the database engine and the surrounding operational model.

   In plain English: The overall security of a database and its data.

   Example: "Database security was the main gap because the app was hardened but the admin interface was exposed."

Related Terms

• Database Firewall
• Default Password
• Desktop Security
• Document Security
• Filesystem Security
• Firewall Policy
• Harden
• Host Security
• IP Whitelisting
• Knowledge Base Security
• Lock Screen
• Lockdown
• Minimum Privilege
• Physical Access Control
• Portal Security
• Production Security
• Read Access
• Restricted Network
• Rights Management