SQL Injection: Modes of Attack, Defence, and Why It Matters

SQL injection attacks represent a serious threat to any database-driven site. The methods behind an attack are easy to learn and the damage caused can range from considerable to complete system compromise. Despite these risks an incredible number of systems on the internet are susceptible to this...

By

Stuart McDonald

July 18, 2002

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