Inevitably, using a content server poses a certain element of risk for stored document content and the availability of functions. Besides data loss due to hardware failure, these risks are:
· URLs may be forged, thus allowing the forger unauthorized access to data.
· The data stream may be “tapped” or forged.
· Unauthorized persons may perform administrative tasks with malicious intent.
The following security mechanisms counteract these risks:
Security Mechanisms Against Data Loss
Access Protection for Administration