1 Overview

Oracle Empirica Signal is a web application that provides a data mining environment for detecting signals, uncovering patterns, and recognizing trends in adverse event report data. Using the Oracle Empirica Signal application, industry and pharmacovigilance professionals can manage the review, processing, and response to drug and vaccine safety signals.

To protect the integrity and confidentiality of your data, install the Oracle Empirica Signal software and system components using secure installation methods. After installation, manage and monitor your system to ensure that your data is protected from unauthorized access and misuse.

The following chapters provide secure installation and configuration guidelines and describe the security features provided in Oracle Empirica Signal to help you manage and monitor your system.

• General security principles
  These are basic security principles to implement.