Corruption occurs when a read/write process is interrupted, either due to a software malfunction or a hardware error. Most database applications have some built-in protection against common sources of corruption, but these protections are limited. Larger databases are generally more likely to encounter corruption.
Certain events can increase the likelihood of database issues. For example, power surges, blackouts and other electrical events can seriously endanger data, and many of our clients report database issues after new software installation. Back up important databases regularly in order to avoid data loss.