Networks which make use of databases are vulnerable to SQL injection attacks
SQL stands for Structured Query Language - it’s one of the main coding languages used to access information in databases
SQL injections are pieces of SQL typed into a website’s input box which then reveal sensitive information
SQL Injections give criminals easy access to insecure data
How an SQL Injection works on a website
A website may allow you to view your account information as long as you enter your password into an input box
If the website’s SQL code does not have a strong enough input validation , than someone may be able to enter a piece of SQL code which allows them to access other people’s account information as well as their own
How an SQL Injection might play out
Remember : If the SQL code is insecure, hackers can use this as an easy way to get past a website's firewall
