Least-privilege principle The least-privilege principle (LPP) is a fundamental security concept that revolves around granting users and processes only the minimum access necessary to perform their tasks. It’s based on […]
Secure configuration – Database Services – Part 2
Secure configurationSecure configuration refers to the practice of setting up systems, applications, and devices in a way that minimizes security risks and vulnerabilities. It involves configuring settings, permissions, and access […]
Regular backups – Database Services – Part 2
Regular backupsRegular backups are a crucial aspect of data and system security. They involve creating copies of data, applications, and system configurations at regular intervals to ensure data recovery in […]
Data masking and redaction – Database Services – Part 2
Data masking and redaction Data masking and redaction are techniques used to protect sensitive information by obscuring or replacing it with fictional or anonymized data. These techniques are especially important […]
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) – Database Services – Part 2
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) Multi-factor authentication (MFA), also known as two-factor authentication (2FA), is a security mechanism that requires users to provide two or more forms of authentication before granting access […]
Database high-availability and scalability features – Database Services – Part 2
Database high-availability and scalability features In this section, we will explore concepts such as database replication, failover, load balancing, and scaling techniques that are pivotal for enhancing database performance, reliability, […]
Automatic failover – Database Services – Part 2
Automatic failover Cloud platforms offer automated failover mechanisms that swiftly redirect traffic to a standby instance if the primary database becomes unavailable. Automatic failover is a critical component of high-availability […]
Multi-AZ deployments – Database Services – Part 2
Multi-AZ deployments Many cloud providers allow the deployment of databases in multiple availability zones, ensuring redundancy and minimizing downtime. Multi-availability zone (AZ) deployments are a high-availability feature provided by cloud […]
Scalability – Database Services – Part 2
Scalability Scalability in the context of cloud databases refers to the ability of a database system to accommodate varying workloads and growing demands while maintaining optimal performance and responsiveness. It’s […]