Insecure authorisation occurs when an application fails to properly enforce access control mechanisms, allowing unauthorised users or attackers to access resources, perform actions, or manipulate data without appropriate permissions. Unlike authentication, which verifies a user’s identity, authorisation determines what an authenticated user is allowed to do.
HTTP Response Splitting is a web application vulnerability that occurs when an attacker is able to manipulate HTTP headers to split the response sent to the client. This manipulation exploits the way headers are processed by web servers and browsers, allowing attackers to inject malicious content into the response stream. The result can be a range of attacks, from cross-site scripting (XSS) to cache poisoning and web cache poisoning, all of which can disrupt business operations, damage brand reputation, and compromise sensitive data.
Vertica, a powerful, scalable analytical database, stands out as a leading solution for big data processing. Designed to handle complex queries across massive datasets, Vertica empowers businesses to derive actionable insights with unparalleled efficiency.
Penetration testing is an essential security practice that helps organisations identify and address vulnerabilities in their systems. While Oracle Autonomous Data Warehouse (ADW) is designed with robust, built-in security measures, understanding how penetration testing applies to this environment is critical for ensuring that configurations and usage remain secure.