Tag Archives: security

Security Leaks from Websites

One of the main issues with connecting databases to the Internet is that if a hacker finds a way to get access to the database with credentials, perhaps using a well known account (*cough* sa *cough*) and a weak password, … Continue reading

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Keyboard Hardlines

A few years ago, I had a keyboard die. At the time, I needed something quickly and ended up with a Logitech wireless model that included a mouse. I’m not sure of which model, but I’ve ended up getting two … Continue reading

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Passwords Under Pressure

What should we do about passwords? They’re a thorn in the side of administrators trying to keep systems secure, but they’re also an issue for users. Not for most of our users, but certainly for some. In hospitals, or other … Continue reading

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Deploying Row Level Security with SQL Compare

SQL Compare is a core product from Redgate and I’ve got a series on some of the interesting things I’ve found. Download a trial today if you haven’t tried it. Row Level Security (RLS) is a great new feature in … Continue reading

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