Traditional menus and application controls once protected IBM i data, but modern access methods like ODBC, JDBC, and FTP bypass those safeguards entirely. Without additional controls, sensitive data can be viewed, modified, or removed through common external tools.
In this course, Amy Williams, Principal Security Consultant at Fortra, explains how object‑level security and exit programs work together to protect IBM i data across all access paths. She explores why object authority alone isn’t enough and how exit points provide the missing layer of control.
Key topics include:
- Risks posed by ODBC, JDBC, FTP, and other external interfaces
- The role of exit points and exit programs in IBM i security
- Preprocess vs. postprocess exits and why they matter
- Building layered, least‑privilege protection for sensitive data
This session shows how combining object‑level security with exit programs helps preserve data integrity, prevent unauthorized access, and protect IBM i environments from modern threats.
The full lesson is presented in an hour-long webinar that you can watch at your own convenience.
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