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Free SSMS Extension Blocks Destructive SQL Queries
A developer built SQL Guard, a free SSMS extension that pauses execution of destructive queries like DELETE without WHERE. It uses lightweight pattern matching to detect risky commands before they hit the database. The extension runs locally, never sending query text or connection strings externally.
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This tool addresses a real pain point for DBAs, but its value depends on adoption and whether teams trust a third-party extension over built-in safeguards.
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