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Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall

Score7 out of 10

79 Reviews and Ratings

What is Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall?

Oracle's Audit Vault and database firewall is a database security option.

Categories & Use Cases

Satisfied with the Product [and] Want to Learn to do More!

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

Sometimes, [I feel like] it puts too many restrictions. [I believe that] we do not have enough skills to maintain it. Generally, I feel it is too complicated to work with it, but probably [if you have] the skill set, [it would be better]. With the help of some training, [I think] it would be less stressful. Also, currently [in my case], there is a budget problem, which didn't exist a year ago. The product does its job, so [in my opinion,] there are more positive than negative experiences.

Pros

  • Error messages are very understandable, providing you are in the loop.
  • The more you [use] it, the more comfortable you feel with the product.
  • It is logical.

Cons

  • It is not easy to learn [if] you didn't get professional training.
  • Teamwork is important, but, [in my opinion,] we do not have enough resources, so sometimes I feel helpless.
  • I would like to have more resources available online.

Return on Investment

  • It helped to reduce some losses [with] security issues that were experienced in the past.
  • It is a new product that looks promising.
  • It is pleasant to work with ([despite] being a little stressful sometimes).

Oracle Audit Vault Review

Pros

  • It satisfies and meets internal and external audit requirements.
  • The integration is straightforward.
  • Good and clear reporting.

Cons

  • Expensive.

Return on Investment

  • It meets audit requirements, so it was a must for us. Overall I am satisfied.
  • Expensive, but worth it if your budget permits.
  • Less internal audit work.

Oracle Audit Vault Database Firewall Review

Pros

  • Audit control
  • Flexibility
  • Reporting

Cons

  • Ability to drive lower than metadata levels
  • Cost issues with coverage to multiple targets

Return on Investment

  • Difficult sell when scaled up to many targets
  • Great functionality that can be tied to the audit needs of an organization
  • Reduces internal audit work

Alternatives Considered

ACES (Automated Compliance and Evaluation System) Web Audit Technology

Other Software Used

Oracle Database

Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall is a Must-Have for Compatible Software

Pros

  • Auditing threats and providing subsequent detailed information.
  • Ease of integration, no primary problems.
  • Consistent push-notifications to address concerns.
  • Easy patch installations to remain abreast of new threats.

Cons

  • Need to confirm IP addresses are setup correctly when installing and tests are run. Best setup by professional.
  • As with any software company, their add-ons work best with their own software.

Return on Investment

  • Systems Infrastructure Protection
  • Multi-faceted Security for Complex Infrastructures
  • Favorable Internal User Experience & Management

Alternatives Considered

CloudFlare

Other Software Used

MySQL, Oracle Primavera Portfolio Management, Oracle Database