SQL Server Security

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Protect your data from the most sophisticated hackers with hands-on examples and sure-fire measures in SQL Server Security

Understand the ways in which SQL Server can be hacked, and what you can do to prevent exploitation of your data. Install, administer, and program secure Microsoft SQL Server environments and applications. Assess your risk and threat levels when designing a secure system. Make sure your defensive strategies match the threat when considering encryption options. Extend your defenses to include security auditing and intrusion detection. Implementing the techniques in this indispensable security resource is as close as you can get to guaranteed prevention against hackers without turning off the power switch.

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Install and configure your SQL Server environment for maximum security
Build and maintain a robust and protected database server
Protect valuable customer information, human resources data, and more
Defend against application software vulnerabilities and configuration issues
Ensure that access to data is only granted when appropriate
Encrypt data into an unreadable form to preserve confidentiality
Understand the mistakes that contributed to the spread of the SQL Slammer worm
Rid your applications of SQL injection bugs
Permit client applications to access the server securely
Build and utilize an effective auditing and intrusion detection plan