Defending Against Top 10 Database Security Threats

 

Data is a crucial asset for your business. Every day, businesses collect a large amount of data from their customers and daily operations. The information kept in databases is then used to handle and automate various tasks both inside and outside of businesses.

Data protection is essential to business security because of its significance.

We’ll explore more about potential threats to database security and steps you can take to safeguard your database in this blog:

1. Database injection attacks

Database injection attacks typically take the form of SQL injection attacks.

It usually targets RDBMSs that use SQL as well as relational database servers. NoSQL databases are resistant to these attacks, but they are vulnerable to NoSQL Injection attacks, which are less frequent but just as dangerous.

Both of these attacks work by getting comments on the database engine to expose data and its structures by getting around data entry controls of web applications. Usually, in extreme cases, a successful injection attack will typically give the attacker unrestricted access to the database’s core.

2. Denial of service (DoS/DDoS) attacks

This attack usually occurs when the cybercriminal overwhelms the target service. This is typically the database server in this situation, using a large number of fictitious requests. Consequently, the server cannot carry genuine requests from actual users – it will either crash or become unstable.

In a DDoS, a sizable number of computers typically produce fake traffic. It is a botnet that the attacker controls that generate a lot of traffic that is challenging to stop, especially if you don’t have a highly defensive architecture. These significant attacks can be scaled and dynamically addressed by a cloud-based DDoS protection service.

3. Malware

Malware is software designed to exploit any flaws that could harm a database. They could access the network of the database from any endpoint device.

Because of their high value and sensitivity, database servers are the type of endpoint where malware protection is essential.

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The Power of Robust and Reliable ESDS DRaaS Solutions

 

Disaster recovery is a critical aspect of any business’s IT infrastructure. The ability to quickly and efficiently recover data and systems during a cyberattack, natural disaster, or human error is essential for minimizing downtime and maintaining business continuity. That’s where Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) comes into play. In this article, we will explore the robust and reliable DRaaS solutions offered by ESDS and the advantages they provide for businesses of all sizes.

What is DRaaS?

DRaaS, or Disaster Recovery as a Service, is a cloud-based solution that enables businesses to replicate and recover their critical data and systems in the event of a disaster. It provides a cost-effective and scalable alternative to traditional disaster recovery methods, such as cold backups or maintaining a secondary data center. With DRaaS, businesses can leverage the power of the cloud to ensure the continuity of their operations and protect their data from any disaster scenario.

The Three Tiers of DRaaS

ESDS offers three tiers of Disaster Recovery Services (DRaaS) solutions: Hot DR, Warm DR, and Cold DR. Each tier provides a different level of recovery time objective (RTO) and recovery point objective (RPO), allowing businesses to choose the level of protection that best suits their needs.

1. Hot DR: Immediate Failover with Zero Data Loss

Hot DR is the highest tier of DRaaS offered by ESDS. In the event of a failover, the hot standby system takes over immediately without any data loss. This means businesses can resume their operations within seconds to minutes, minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity. Hot DR is ideal for businesses that require near-zero RTO and RPO to protect their mission-critical applications and data.

2. Warm DR: A Compromise between Hot and Cold Sites

Warm DR is a middle-tier solution that offers a balance between the high availability of hot DR and the cost-effectiveness of cold DR. With warm DR; businesses can achieve a standard RTO and RPO through asynchronous replication. While the recovery time may take longer compared to hot DR, warm DR provides a more affordable option for businesses that require a reasonable level of protection for their applications and data.

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