Principle of least privilege - Database

Read five articles and discuss the principle of least privilege in at least 500 words. Explain how this principle impacts data security.

Cite your sources. Do not copy. Write in essay format not in bulleted, numbered or other list format. 

It is important that you use your own words, that you cite your sources, that you comply with the instructions regarding length of your post and that you reply to two classmates in a substantive way (not 'nice post' or the like).  Your goal is to help your colleagues write better. Do not use spinbot or other word replacement software. It usually results in nonsense and is not a good way to learn anything. Please do not use attachments unless requested. 

• Overview
  The principle of least privilege promoting minimal user profile privileges on databases based on the idea that limiting user's rights, makes the data more secure. This principle applies to users, batch files, and scripts. Patch management insures that your database applications are up to date and using the most secure version.
  
  
• Required Readingshttps://searchsecurity.techtarget.com/feature/Reduce-Windows-command-line-scripting-risks-with-least-privilege
  https://www.bcs.org/content/ConWebDoc/8852
• Required Videos
  Principle of Least Privilege
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LblRSUeogZU
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1f_k2yJqQ8
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOYP4po8L1w
  
  Patch Management
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ryu5rqsSiI
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mveCTjFHMfg