SQL Server Permissions
SQL Server permissions define who and what can access database resources, but access requirements often change over time. These articles examine permission design, accumulated privileges, security reviews, and the operational context behind access decisions.
When Permissions Outlive Their Context in SQL Server
Most SQL Server permissions begin with a perfectly reasonable decision. An application needs access to another database, a service account requires additional rights for a deployment, or an administrator receives broader permissions while a migration is in progress. At that point, the reason is probably known, and there may even ...
