MySQL 5.6 Reference Manual Including MySQL NDB Cluster 7.3-7.4 Reference Guide
A.9.1. | Where can I find documentation that addresses security issues for MySQL? |
The best place to start is Chapter 6, Security. Other portions of the MySQL Documentation which you may find useful with regard to specific security concerns include the following:
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A.9.2. | What is the default authentication plugin in MySQL 5.6? |
The default authentication plugin in MySQL 5.6 is
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A.9.3. | Does MySQL 5.6 have native support for SSL? |
Most 5.6 binaries have support for SSL connections between the client and server. See Section 6.3, “Using Encrypted Connections”. You can also tunnel a connection using SSH, if (for example) the client application does not support SSL connections. For an example, see Section 6.3.5, “Connecting to MySQL Remotely from Windows with SSH”. | |
A.9.4. | Is SSL support built into MySQL binaries, or must I recompile the binary myself to enable it? |
Most 5.6 binaries have SSL enabled for client/server connections that are secured, authenticated, or both. See Section 6.3, “Using Encrypted Connections”. | |
A.9.5. | Does MySQL 5.6 have built-in authentication against LDAP directories? |
The Enterprise edition includes a PAM Authentication Plugin that supports authentication against an LDAP directory. | |
A.9.6. | Does MySQL 5.6 include support for Roles Based Access Control (RBAC)? |
Not at this time. |