Random Database name?

  • Is there any value in creating a random string for the database name? So instead of creating a database called “my_blog_db” I would instead name it “8zD98pbKpJPLzH0Mg”. Is there any benefit in terms of security naming the database in this fashion?

    Thanks!

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  • None that I am aware of. There are lots of great ways to secure a database, but that is not one I’ve ever seen recommended.

    On the negative side, a randomly-named database is much more likely to be deleted by an overzealous Database Administrator, on the assumption that it accidentally got created.

    I second jonradio! Such named things seem suspicious with a quick look and can cause serious stuff in case hacked and the cleanup done by 3rd party(ies) (they may delete it without any notification.)

    On the other side, try out other security factors to make database more secured.

    Thread Starter tangosdad

    (@tangosdad)

    Ok great, thanks for the great feedback.

    I only came across one person that was recommending naming the database with a random name. It has stuck in the back of my head ever since. Never could find any further references to this at all anywhere. That’s why I asked today.

    Thanks guys!

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