What are the common types of database security risks?

Common database security risks include:

• SQL Injection: Malicious queries that can compromise the database if the input is

not properly validated.

• Unauthorized Access: Users gaining access to sensitive data without permission.
• Data Breaches: Exposing sensitive data due to insufficient encryption or weak

access controls.

• Privilege Escalation: Attackers gaining elevated permissions or access levels.
• Malicious Insiders: Employees or authorized users intentionally or unintentionally

leaking or modifying data.

• Denial of Service (DoS): Attackers overwhelming the database with requests,

making it unavailable to legitimate users.

• Backup Exposure: Unencrypted or improperly secured backup files that are

accessible to unauthorized users.