Database Error

Description

A database error occurs when the application encounters an issue while interacting with the database backend. Such errors can arise due to various factors, including database misconfigurations, network issues, or invalid queries. Database errors may expose sensitive information through error messages, posing a risk to the application’s security.

Recommendation

To mitigate the risks associated with database errors:

• Implement robust error handling mechanisms to catch and handle database errors gracefully.
• Avoid exposing sensitive information in error messages by providing generic error responses to users.
• Regularly monitor database logs for signs of errors and investigate root causes to prevent recurrence.

References

• CWE-200
• CWE-209
• OWASP 2021-A5
• OWASP: Error Handling Cheat Sheet