Re: SQL*Net

The database does the authentication ( or you can set it up to do OS authentication ) at its end, not at the client...I believe, however, the SqlNet transmits its login info ( username, password, servicename ) over the network in clear text, so 'sniffers' may be able to see it..

"Wanghin" <whtoh_at_deloitte.com.sg> wrote:

>Hi,
>I was wondering how will installation of SQL*Net on the client affect the
>security of the access to the oracle database?
>
>Heard from someone that sql*net does not authenicate users when they try to
>connect from client side.
>
>thanks in advance.
>
Received on Tue May 15 2001 - 11:36:01 CDT