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DATABASE

SECURITY
CHECKLIST

Prepared by HANIM EKEN

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It is a checklist for database security, which includes various aspects to consider when
securing a database:

Authentication:

Implement strong authentication mechanisms.


Enforce password policies (complexity, expiration, etc.).
Use multi-factor authentication (MFA) for additional security.

Authorization and Access Control:

Define and enforce access control policies.


Assign roles and permissions based on the principle of least privilege.
Regularly review and update user access levels.

Encryption:

Encrypt data at rest using database-level encryption.


Encrypt data in transit using SSL/TLS.
Manage and protect encryption keys securely.

Audit Logging:

Enable and configure detailed audit logging.


Regularly review audit logs for suspicious activities.
Ensure logs are stored securely and retained for compliance.

Backup and Recovery:

Establish regular backup schedules.


Store backups securely, and test restoration processes.
Implement a disaster recovery plan.

Database Activity Monitoring:

Implement real-time monitoring of database activities.


Set up alerts for unusual or suspicious behavior.
Respond promptly to alerts and investigate incidents.

Data Masking and Redaction:

Apply data masking or redaction for sensitive information.


Ensure that only authorized users can access the complete dataset.

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Vulnerability Management:

Regularly scan for vulnerabilities in the database.


Develop and implement a patch management process.
Address and remediate identified vulnerabilities promptly.

Database Encryption Key Management:

Establish a secure key management system.


Periodically rotate encryption keys.
Monitor and audit key access and usage.

Database Patch Management:

Regularly update and patch the database management system.


Follow a testing process before applying patches in a production environment.

User Training and Awareness:

Provide security training to database administrators and users.


Promote awareness of security best practices and potential risks.
Conduct periodic security training sessions.

Compliance Requirements:

Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS).
Periodically review and update security measures to meet evolving compliance standards.

HANIM EKEN
https://ie.linkedin.com/in/hanimeken

https://ie.linkedin.com/in/hanimeken

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