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SQL Server Security

• Microsoft SQL Server 2016: Previews show promise for next year

  Microsoft SQL Server 2016 will be released next year. But in 2015, we've already had a glimpse into improved in-memory OLTP, security features, analytics and Stretch Database. Continue Reading

• Top three third-party SQL Server security auditing tools

  For most companies, SQL Server's security auditing tools aren't always enough to meet regulation requirements. The answer is third-party products. Continue Reading

• SQL Server 2016 preview shows off new features, improvements

  Experts discuss the public preview of SQL Server 2016 and the best new features as early adopters ready themselves to put SQL Server 2016 into production. Continue Reading

• Introducing row-level security in Azure SQL databases

  Row-level security, a new feature for Azure SQL databases, helps Microsoft database platforms get to the same level as Oracle and DB2. Continue Reading

• The dark side of Microsoft SQL Server Express

  Don Jones explains why Microsoft SQL Server Express can be more dangerous than you'd think and why it might be worth it to invest in the paid edition. Continue Reading

• SQL Server encryption features in SQL Server 2014

  Learn about SQL Server encryption features and enhancements in SQL 14, including Transparent Data Encryption and encrypting backups.Continue Reading

• HIPAA compliance and SQL Server: Tricks and tools of the trade

  Find out which tools help attain HIPAA compliance. Lena Weiner profiles HIPAA pro Brandon Leach, who explains the steps needed to secure SQL Server.Continue Reading

• Essential SQL Server security tools

  Read this tip where writer Ashish Kumar Mehta shares his all-time favorite native and third-party SQL Server security tools.Continue Reading

• SQL injection tools for automated testing

  Manual testing for SQL injection requires a lot of effort with little guarantee that you'll find every vulnerability. Fortunately, there is a better way.Continue Reading

• Password cracking tools for SQL Server

  When performing SQL Server penetration tests and security audits, there is one probe you must not miss: password cracking. Check out which tools – some free – to use.Continue Reading

• Security Explorer for SQL Server

  Security Explorer for SQL Server secures access to privileged information and centralizes permission management for Windows security.Continue Reading

• New security features in SQL Server 2008 leave some work for you

  Microsoft has certainly taken security in SQL Server 2008 to a higher level. But as IT security expert Kevin Beaver points out, just because SQL Server 2008 is secure to begin with, that doesn't mean it'll be secure in your environment. Add people ...Continue Reading

• How insiders hack SQL databases with free tools and a little luck

  It only takes a few free security tools, a little luck and a malicious intent to put your SQL Server database at risk. IT security specialist Kevin Beaver walks you through a real-world scenario of how a network insider can hack seemingly harmless ...Continue Reading

• Should developers have permissions to SQL Server production queue?

  Should developers be granted permissions to production queue in a SQL Server environment? See why expert Greg Low suggests proc access by WITH EXECUTEAS.Continue Reading

• Software security tools to improve your skills in a single day

  Software security tools from WebGoat and Foundstone's Hacme allow you to improve your technical security skills by letting you get your hands dirty. IT security specialist Kevin Beaver explains how to use these tools to get the real world experience...Continue Reading