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Why does this topic matter?

• SQL injection attacks and web application security are critical concerns for organizations across industries. Addressing SQL injection vulnerabilities and implementing robust security measures, an organization can protect sensitive data.
• They can also maintain trust and reputation, comply with regulatory requirements, ensure business continuity, and mitigate cybersecurity risks effectively.

What is SQL injection?

• SQL injection is when an attacker is able to manipulate a SQL query that is sent to a database through a web application.
• This vulnerability arises when the web application does not properly validate or sanitize user input before including it in SQL queries that are executed against the database.

Can you give an example of how a hacker could use SQL injection to gain unauthorized access?

• A hacker (or knowledgeable database person) could exploit a SQL injection vulnerability in a login form to gain unauthorized access to a web application's database and compromise user accounts.
• It is important to implementing proper input validation, parameterized queries, and other security measures to prevent SQL injection attacks.

What are some ways to prevent SQL injection attacks on a web server?

• Here are some ways to prevent SQL injection attacks on a web server:

1. Use Parameterized Queries (Prepared Statements)
2. Input Validation and Sanitization
3. Least Privilege Principle
4. Database Firewall and WAF

Things I want to know more about.

• I would like to know more about real world examples of SQL injection attacks and security breaches.
• I would like to know more about data base security against Sql injection attacks.