Database Security: Concepts, Challenges, and Solutions

Abstract: Database security is a critical aspect of information technology that ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data stored in databases. With the rapid growth of digital data, databases have become prime targets for malicious attacks, unauthorized access, and data breaches. This paper provides an overview of key database security concepts, common vulnerabilities, and modern solutions to safeguard data assets. Techniques such as encryption, authentication, and access control are discussed along siderecent advancements in anomaly detection and security auditing. The study emphasizes the importance of proactive security policies,continuous monitoring, and the implementation of database firewalls to prevent data leaks and misuse.

Keywords: Database Security, Data Integrity, Access Control, Encryption, Authentication, Cyber security