[Isabelle Tubbs]

Because databases are holding a large amount of data in their system, which can potentially be really important and sensitive information, they must be kept secure from outside attacks or internal threats.
One database issue I have heard of is SQL injecting/cross-site scripting attacks (XSS). This occurs when someone maliciously enter code on a site and allows the attacker to execute commands on the database. The system must be protected from this by using tools that check that the information that is put into the system before it is uploaded and used in the database. To do this, it is also important to test the website to make sure its protection is working correctly. In fact, a major second issue with databases is a lack of testing in general. Failing to test a database properly means there could be holes in the software, which would lead it to be vulnerable to attacks. Weaknesses in the system must be found addressed to prevent anyone else from exploiting it. This should be done early in the process, but it should also be done later by creating patches or updates to the site.