SQL Server Corruption: What Is Corruption

A SQL Server database is considered “corrupt” when it has become damaged and cannot be used properly. This can occur due to a variety of reasons, such as hardware failure, system crashes, software bugs, or human error. When a database is corrupt, you may encounter errors when trying to access the data or perform certain operations, and some data may be lost or inaccessible.

In simple terms, a corrupt SQL Server database means that the information stored in it has been damaged and is not in a usable state.

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