In the past, database administrators weren't expected to do much with security. Their focus was on the speed, performance, and accuracy of the data. Security was a relatively low priority. Recently, however, that prioritization has begun to shift. . The number of structured information stores is mushrooming within the enterprise. The value of the data increases as businesses share it with customers and partners. Regulators and auditors are taking a hard look at who has access to database information. And financially motivated hackers are salivating at the prospect of breaking into these concentrated -- and potentially lucrative -- repositories of data. All of these trends are converging to form one universal truth of data protection: DBAs can no longer ignore security. Like their administrative counterparts in Windows and networking environments, DBAs must finally knuckle down and count security as a vital part of their jobs. The link for this article located at Dark Reading is no longer available. . The increasing significance of data engineers in safeguarding critical information against escalating online dangers is vital.. Data Security, Database Management, Cybersecurity, Security Best Practices. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
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