Data masking, also known as data obfuscation, is an important data protection technique that safeguards sensitive information from unauthorized users by re-encrypting data in a non-intrusive manner. Here are some actions you can take to protect sensitive information:
- Encrypt sensitive information
- Use secure access protocols
- Restrict user access
- Regularly monitor user activities
- Implement data masking techniques
Encrypting data helps protect data when it is shared with others or stored in data warehouses or other databases. This can be done on an individual computer or on a larger network.
When sharing data, use secure access protocols like VPNs, SSL/TLS, and SSH to ensure data is not disclosed or compromised.
Make sure that only authorized users have access to sensitive data and information. This can be done through Access Control Lists (ACLs), role-based access control (RBAC) policies, and authentication protocols.
Regularly monitor user activities and check for suspicious activity. If any unauthorized user or activity is detected, take immediate action to protect the data.
Data masking techniques, such as encryption and tokenization can be used to reduce the risk of data being stolen or exposed. Data masking protects data by replacing sensitive information with non-sensitive data, thus making it unreadable by anyone except the intended recipient.
