Security Guide : 1. Introduction to Vector Security
 
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Introduction to Vector Security
 
Security Features
Level of Security
Understanding Vector Security Mechanisms
Directory and File Permissions
User Authentication
Authorization Identifiers
Subject Privileges
Object Permissions
Security Alarms
Security Auditing
Database Procedures
Data at Rest Encryption
Security Features
Data security is a concern for everyone. The need to ensure the safety of personal information and to protect vital corporate assets stored electronically is of paramount importance.
Vector has a built-in hierarchical security system that any privileged user can use to fully control access to the database.
Security in Vector is provided through the following features:
Directory and file permissions
User-related security features, including:
Users
Groups
Roles
Profiles
Subject privileges
Object permissions
Security alarms
Security auditing
Database procedures
Data at rest encryption