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When should a database application be placed in a DMZ?
Mike Chapple explains the best network location for an important database application. Chapple also reveals the appropriate level of access to grant remote users. Ask the Expert
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Oracle patches dangerous WebLogic, Secure Backup vulnerabilities
Oracle repaired several dangerous flaws in its BEA WebLogic server line and its Secure Backup software that could be exploited by an attacker to gain access to critical files. Article
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Oracle to release 41 security fixes
Oracle's Critical Patch Update repairs several serious vulnerabilities in Oracle Secure Backup, Oracle Database, Oracle Application Server and its business suite. Article
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Microsoft warns of SQL Server zero-day
Code is publicly available targeting an unpatched flaw in SQL Server to gain access to critical files and execute malicious code. Article
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Hacked dental school server compromises 300,000
A hacker used a vulnerability scanning tool to compromise a server at the University of Florida's College of Dentistry, compromising the sensitive information of patients. Article
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data encryption/decryption IC
A data encryption/decryption IC is a specialized integrated circuit (IC) that can encrypt outgoing data and decrypt incoming data... Definition
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IBM issues updates to fix serious DB2 flaws
IBM released updates for its DB2 database management system, fixing a variety of flaws that could be exploited by hackers to bypass security controls. Article
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Oracle patches dangerous WebLogic flaw, critical database holes
A severe WebLogic flaw is among 36 security fixes released by Oracle Corp. across its database, middleware and enterprise software products. Article
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Verizon breach study identifies industry specific threats
Financial firms face the biggest threat from insiders, while security configuration flaws and vulnerable Web apps plague the high-tech, retail and the food and beverage industries. Article
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Oracle DBAs cite lack of security measures
A new survey conducted by the Independent Oracle Users Group found that many organizations are failing to use database security tools and lock down critical systems. Article
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