Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero - Patching Oracle Databases (1 of 3)

The video tutorial covers Oracle database patching, emphasizing its importance for security and maintenance. It explains reactive and proactive patching strategies, detailing interim and proactive patches. The tutorial also discusses Oracle's patch delivery methods, including SPU, PSU, and BP, and the Critical Patch Update Program. It highlights strategies for applying patches and the challenges faced, recommending a balanced approach to ensure database security and functionality.

How often does Oracle release security patches under the CPU program?

What should a DBA do if a critical security flaw is discovered between CPU releases?

What is the recommended strategy for applying patches according to the lecture?

What challenges might a DBA face when following the SPU only method?