# DotNet Security Cheat Sheet — Data Access

> Use Parameterized SQL commands for all data access, without exception.

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Use Parameterized SQL commands for all data access, without exception. Do not use SqlCommand with a string parameter made up of a concatenated SQL String. List allowable values coming from the user. Use enums, TryParse or lookup values to assure that the data coming from the user is as expected. Enums are still vulnerable to unexpected values because .NET only validates a successful cast to the underlying data type, integer by default. Enum.IsDefined can validate whether the input value is valid within the list of defined constants. Apply the principle of least privilege when setting up the Database User in your database of choice. The database user should only be able to access items that make sense for the use case. Use of Entity Framework is a very effective SQL injection prevention mechanism. Remember that building your own ad hoc queries in Entity Framework is just as susceptible to SQLi as a plain SQL query. When using SQL Server, prefer integrated authentication over SQL authentication. Use Always Encrypted where possible for sensitive data (SQL Server 2016+ and Azure SQL)

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