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SQL injection attacks compromise web applications by injecting harmful code to gain unauthorized access. These attacks can result in improper data access, financial loss, identity theft, and other damage. Tools like web application firewalls and digital forensics software reportedly serve as defense mechanisms. The most common types of SQL injection attacks, including in-band SQLi, blind SQLi, and out-of-band SQLi, can be guarded against by adopting secure coding techniques and continuous monitoring.