Security in Database Systems: State of the Art

Abstract

Rapid technological advances in communications, transport, banking, manufacturing, medicine and other fields are demanding more sophisticated information requirements in organizations worldwide. As a result, large quantities of data must be handled, while a high level of security must be maintained in order to ensure information needs are met. The alarming growth in electronic crime is forcing organizations to take a look at how information systems can maintain security while meeting the technological needs of real-time systems in a global market. It is important therefore, that in information systems analysis and design, security requirements are taken into account.