What is database security and why is it important?

Database security refers to the practices, tools, and measures used to protect a database

from unauthorized access, misuse, modification, or destruction of its data. It ensures the

confidentiality, integrity, and availability (often referred to as the CIA triad) of the data stored

within the database.

Why it's important:

• Confidentiality: Protects sensitive data from unauthorized access (e.g., personal

information, financial data).

• Integrity: Ensures data remains accurate, consistent, and unaltered by unauthorized

users.

• Availability: Ensures data is available when needed and prevents disruptions from

threats like ransomware or DDoS attacks.