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Introduction A crucial functionality of databases is that they are accessible via a network. This also applies to Oracle databases, where network access is controlled by the Oracle Net Service...
View ArticleSQL Toolbox for simplified Oracle Unified Audit Data Analysis
On my journey through the area of database security, Oracle Unified Audit has been a constant companion. I not only created audit concepts, but also often had the opportunity to implement them....
View ArticleSimplified Keytab creation using Linux Tools #JoelKallmanDay
Today’s #JoelKallmanDay, my topic is about simplifying the configuration of Kerberos authentication of Oracle databases using Linux tools. I have already written a few things about Kerberos in the...
View ArticleLatest Critical Patch Updates from Oracle – October 2023
On October 17, Oracle released its quarterly Critical Patch Update Advisory. This comprehensive advisory contains details about 387 new security patches for various Oracle product families. Among them...
View ArticleEasy setup of Kerberos Authentication for Oracle Databases
I have previously published a couple of blog posts related to Kerberos authentication for databases. In this post, I want to provide a simple, step-by-step tutorial for configuring Kerberos...
View ArticleEasy Audit Data Analysis with SQL Developer Reports
In one of my last blog post SQL Toolbox for simplified Oracle Unified Audit Data Analysis, I introduced a set of scripts designed to streamline Oracle Unified Audit data analysis. These scripts, now...
View ArticleDive into the Latest Enhancements of DBSat 3.1.0
Today, my initial plan was simply to finalize my article on DBSat 3.0.0 for the Oraworld Magazine. However, while checking the links to the DBSat documentation, Oracle Support Notes, and download...
View ArticleLatest Critical Patch Updates from Oracle – January 2024
On January 18, Oracle unveiled its first quarterly Critical Patch Update Advisory of the year. This advisory, a pivotal resource for Oracle users, details an array of 389 new security patches across...
View ArticleIt’s a Wrap: Insights from the SOUG Espresso on Oracle Audit
In my latest SOUG Espresso session, Easy Audit Data Analysis with SQL Developer Reports, I focused on Oracle Unified Audit Analysis. This was an opportunity to share my experience and insights into...
View ArticleBuilding Oracle 23ai Free on ARM64
Earlier this week, Oracle quietly released the RPM packages for Oracle 23ai Free Edition for ARM64 systems. This release is very interesting for developers using Macs with ARM processors as it allows...
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