What is the approach of Oracle Autonomous Database towards database security?

The approach of Oracle Autonomous Database towards database security is centered around autonomous security controls for threat detection and prevention. This means that the database utilizes advanced technologies such as machine learning and automation to continuously monitor and protect against security threats without requiring manual intervention.

By employing these autonomous security measures, the database can identify anomalies and potential threats in real time, apply necessary patches automatically, and implement security best practices consistently across the environment. This reduces the risk of human error and accelerates the response to emerging threats, ensuring that the data remains secure with minimal administrative overhead.

Manual updates and user-defined security policies, while they may have their place in traditional database management, are not as effective in dynamic environments where rapid threat detection and automated responses are paramount. Similarly, while third-party integrations can provide additional layers of security, they do not encompass the comprehensive, built-in autonomous security features that the Oracle Autonomous Database is designed to offer.