Best Database Security Tools

Database security tools provide specialized protection for databases in addition to existing endpoint and network security products. In theory, databases are already protected against malicious activity by firewalls and intrusion detection systems. However, databases require their own protection. Specialized protection is necessary to protect against database-specific threats and because databases have had to become more accessible to wider ranges of users. Tools have also specialized to protect a mix of databases deployed on-premise, in the...

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IBM Guardium

IBM Guardium is IBM's data security posture management solution, that aims to offer organizations comprehensive visibility, actionable insights and real-time controls to help users comply with regulations, preserve privacy and secure sensitive data no matter where it is stored.

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ManageEngine ADAudit Plus

ADAudit Plus offers real-time monitoring, user and entity behaviour analytics, and change audit reports that helps users keep AD and IT infrastructure secure and compliant.

  • Track all changes to Windows AD objects including users, groups, computers, GPOs, and OUs.
  • Achieve hybrid AD monitoring with a single, correlated view of all the activities happening across both on-premises AD and A…

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Rubrik

Rubrik is cloud data management and enterprise backup software provided by Palo Alto-based Rubrik, Inc. It is a software platform that provides backup, instant recovery, archival, search, analytics, compliance, and copy data management in one secure fabric across data centers and…

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Netwrix Auditor

Netwrix Auditor is designed to enable auditing of the broadest variety of IT systems, including Active Directory, Exchange, file servers, SharePoint, SQL Server, VMware and Windows Server. It also supports monitoring of privileged user activity in all other systems.

According to the vendor, Netwrix Auditor eliminates these blind spots by delivering complete visibility into all changes to system configurations, content and permissions across the IT infrastructure. Moreover, Netwrix Auditor alerts organizations to changes that violate corporate security policies, enabling users to proactively detect suspicious user activity and prevent breaches…

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BitNinja
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BitNinja provides "3E" Linux server protection for large hosting providers and small businesses equally. The three E stands for: effective, effortless, and enjoyable.

The vendor states the solution is effective because its Defense Network is backed by Ninja Community. Every BitNinja-protected server worldwide shares attack information…

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Cohesity

Cohesity offers AI-powered data security and management. Cohesity protects critical data workloads across on-prem, cloud-native, and SaaS with backup and recovery, threat intelligence, cyber vaulting, files and objects, and recovery orchestration.

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DATAPLUS Omega DB Security Reporter

A reliable Assessing and Reporting on the security posture of…

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DATAPLUS Omega Core Audit

An Oracle databas…

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DataSunrise Database & Data Security

DataSunrise Database & Data Security is a cross-platform, high-performance software. DataSunrise delivers Real-Time Database Security and Compliance, in Clouds solutions such as Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS, Google Cloud. It is also available on-premise.

DataSunrise secures databases such as MS SQL Server, Azure SQL, Amazon Aurora, AmazonRedshift, Oracle, PostgreSQL, Teradata, MySQL, DB2, MariaDB, Netezza, Greenplum, SAP Hana, Hive…

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Imunify360
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Imunify360 is a security solution for web-hosting Linux servers. Imunify360 is a combination of an Intrusion Prevention and Detection system, a Application Specific Web Application Firewall, Real-time Antivirus protection, a Network Firewall, and Patch Management components. Imunify360…

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IDERA SQL Secure

SQL Secure from Idera Software in Houston, Texas is a database security offering.

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Effivity Information Security Management  System Software

Effivity's Information Security Management System (ISMS) software helps organizations protect their sensitive information and comply with regulatory requirements. With customizable modules, the software is designed to adapt to fit the unique needs of any organization. Effivity's…

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dbWatch

According to the vendor, dbWatch is a complete and scalable database monitoring solution, helping enterprises monitor and manage any number of SQLServer and Oracle database servers efficiently. dbWatch also supports Azure, MySQL, PostgreSQL and Sybase. The vendor promises that dbWatch…

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SQLyog
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SQLyog, from Idera company Webyog, enables database developers, administrators, and architects to visually compare, optimize, and document schemas. It is available for Windows, and is available free via its Community Edition, and or with premium support and features with the Ultimate…

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Cyral

Cyral is a cloud-native Security-as-Code solution to protect the modern data layer. It allows engineering teams to observe, secure, and manage data endpoints in a cloud via a sidecar.

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Symantec Data Center Security

Docker containers make it easy to develop, deploy, and deliver applications where containers can be deployed and brought down in a matter of seconds. This flexibility makes it very useful for DevOps to automate deployment of containers. Symantec Data Center Security: Server Advanced provides agent-less Docker container prot…

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Code-X
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Code-X is the data security company that works to protect sensitive information and systems. Powered by proprietary lattice-based technology, Code-X delivers a system and device-friendly platform that applies security from the moment of data creation throughout its entire life cycle.…

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Imperva Data Security

Imperva Data Security (formerly SecureSphere for Data) is an enterprise application and file security suite, combining database and file security management and monitoring under its database.

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IDM365
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IDM365 is a hybrid between RBAC and ABAC and is a unique identity and access management solution that is designed to make managing systems and governing users simple and cost-effective. 

To do this, automated tools are used to clean up and organize existing users and roles before taking over the tasks needed for provisioning. According to the vend…

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Huawei Cloud Database Security Service (DBSS)

Database Security Service (DBSS) on Huawei Cloud uses machine learning and big data technologies to protect databases on the cloud, intelligently auditing them and detecting risky behaviors like SQL injection.

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Huawei Cloud Host Security Service (HSS)

Host Security Service (HSS) on Huawei Cloud is a server security solution designed to protect digital assets, scanning for intrusions, vulnerabilities, and unsafe settings.

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IBM Cloud Hyper Protect Services

IBM Hyper Protect Crypto Services provides a key management and cloud hardware security module (HSM) to encrypt and protect keys.

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IDERA SQL Compliance Manager

SQL Compliance Manager helps database administrators to monitor, audit, and alert on Microsoft SQL Server user activity and data changes. The vendor states it provides quick configuration of audit settings, a broad list of regulatory guideline templates for audit settings and reports,…

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TuxCare Live Patching Services (KernelCare)

TuxCare, a CloudLinux brand, helps organizations take care of support, maintenance, and security for Enterprise Linux systems, through Live Patching Services.

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Morphisec

Morphisec, headquartered in Boston, provides advanced security solutions for midsize to small enterprises around the globe. They aim to simplify security and can automatically block modern attacks from the endpoint to the cloud. Contrasted with security solutions that rely on human…

Learn More About Database Security Tools

What are Database Security Tools?

Database security tools provide specialized protection for databases in addition to existing endpoint and network security products. In theory, databases are already protected against malicious activity by firewalls and intrusion detection systems. However, databases require their own protection. Specialized protection is necessary to protect against database-specific threats and because databases have had to become more accessible to wider ranges of users. Tools have also specialized to protect a mix of databases deployed on-premise, in the cloud, or in hybrid environments.

In broad terms, unauthorized access to a database compromises potential loss of data confidentiality, integrity and availability. Since corporate databases frequently contain valuable client data and other sensitive information, protecting databases from malicious intent is often a high priority. Proper database security can also be necessary to comply with data regulations in certain industries. Some tools will also provide security-adjacent features, such as tracking user actions and interactions with the database.

Common methods for securing databases directly include:

  • Access control to prevent unauthorized access by implementing multifactor authentication and other data management controls
  • Physical security of database and servers from tampering
  • Monitoring or auditing databases for vulnerabilities
  • Antivirus/antimalware protection
  • SQL injections prevention
  • Targeted data corruption or denial of service prevention
  • Data encryption

Database Security Comparison

When comparing different database security tools, consider the following factors:

  • Security Features: Database security can encompass a wide range of actual features, which will vary by product. Consider which discrete features are the highest priority for the business. Also evaluate these needs given the other preexisting endpoint or network security tools available. Dedicated database security tools should fill in any vulnerabilities left by these existing tools.
  • Implementation and Integration: How easily can each product be implemented across the organization’s databases? This is most relevant for larger organizations with multiple different databases deployed. Also consider how easily it integrates with other security systems, such as SIEM or log management platforms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do database security tools do?

Database security tools prevent unauthorized access to, tampering with, or removal of database data or systems. Database security tools will use a range of capabilities and functions to comprehensively secure a given database.

Who uses database security tools?

Database security tools should be used to some extent in every database within an organization. Usually, database security tools are administered by security specialists or database administrators.

What are the benefits of database security software?

Database security software secures sensitive data, ensuring organizations remain compliant with data regulations and don’t lose access to or control over sensitive data within the org.