Database Security with Hedghehog

Security and auditing of databases

Hackers, viruses, worms, trojans, spyware and every other known attack from the outside on the data of companies, clients and authorities are a permanent topic for preventing loss or theft of data.

Databases are highly complex systems and it is known there are several hundred undetected vulnerabilities in almost every version of the database systems of almost every manufacturer. Known vulnerabilities pose a extremely high risk for databases because the data is unprotected while a patch is being developed and provided for installation.

Then there is the underestimated additional threat from 'within' the company. Dissatisfied, corrupt or inexperienced employees access delicate data over and over again which can, even involuntary, do a lot of damage.

During the past 12 months several banks have reported the theft of data which has been sold for millions. This does not only result in a loss of image and possible lawsuits but is a violation of data protection regulations and sectoral safeguarding provisions. When someone is collecting data he is bound by law to prevent fraudulent use by installing proper safety measures. To ensure compliance every operator of databases that include personal data is required to provide usage and safety auditing.

When running a database without accurately controlling data access today’s legal determinations are unfulfilled. Additionally the risk of losing data or becoming a victim of blackmail arises.

The solution

Sentrigo Hedgehog is a state-of-the-art security system with a 360° protection. The software does not present special requirements for an IT environment. A smart sensor is installed on the database server, the Hedgehog server can be run on any standard server. This results in an easy installation and configuration.

Hedgehog is prepared for monitoring all activities on Oracle, DB2 and MS SQL server. With Hedgehog you can supervise thousands of database activities in real-time and reliably prevent unauthorized access from the in- and outside.

That means you can implement security guidelines like PCD DSS, Sarbanes-Oxley, SAS 70, HIPAA, Basel II, EU- Guideline 95, data protection regulations, PCAOB, COSO and COBIT without much effort.

The realization of database security systems takes place in close collaboration with our swiss partner çaJoue GmbH.

Further information about Hedgehog

You can reach us by phone in Germany at +49 3677 46 94 3-0 and in Switzerland at +41 9 64 62 56 5