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  • Azure SQL Vulnerability Assessment – Proactively Securing Your Databases

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    Introduction Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and databases remain one of the most targeted assets in organizations. Misconfigurations, excessive privileges, and outdated security settings can expose sensitive data to breaches. To address these risks, Azure SQL Vulnerability Assessment (VA) provides an automated security scanner that detects vulnerabilities in your Azure SQL Databases, Managed Instances, and… Read more

  • Strengthening SQL Security with Microsoft Defender for SQL

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    SQL databases are a prime target for cyberattacks, and traditional security measures are often not enough to protect against modern threats. That’s where Microsoft Defender for SQL comes in—a proactive security solution that detects, analyzes, and responds to database threats in real time. Whether your databases are hosted in Azure SQL, SQL Server on-premises, or… Read more

  • Dynamic Data Masking (DDM) – Protecting Sensitive Data in SQL Server

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    Data privacy is a growing concern for businesses handling personally identifiable information (PII), financial records, healthcare data, or any data deemed sensitive by the business. Dynamic Data Masking (DDM) in SQL Server provides an easy way to protect sensitive data—without modifying applications or queries. With DDM, users see masked values instead of real data, ensuring… Read more

  • Securing Data 🔒 with Row-Level Security (RLS) in SQL Server and Azure SQL

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    Not all data should be visible to all users. In multi-user databases, Row-Level Security (RLS) ensures that users only see the data they are authorized to access—without needing complex application logic. RLS is built into SQL Server, allowing organizations to control access dynamically based on user roles or attributes. This is essential for industries like… Read more

  • 🔐 SQL Server Ledger: Tamper-Proof Your Data with Blockchain-Style Security

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    Data integrity is everything. Whether you’re securing financial transactions, healthcare records, or critical business data, trust is non-negotiable. That’s where SQL Server Ledger comes in—bringing blockchain-style integrity to relational databases without the complexity of a full blockchain implementation. 🔎 What is SQL Server Ledger? Ledger in SQL Server and Azure SQL Database provides an immutable,… Read more

  • Ditch the Passwords – Use Microsoft Entra for SQL Server

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    Passwords? In this economy? 🤔 There’s a better way to secure SQL Server access— Microsoft Entra authentication. It’s more secure, easier to manage, and helps eliminate the age-old “forgot my password” struggle. By removing SQL Authentication and switching to Entra (formerly Azure AD), you reduce the risk of password-based attacks, credential leaks, and brute-force attempts.… Read more