Description: The Masking Policy refers to a set of rules and guidelines that define how sensitive information should be masked within a data management system. This process is essential for protecting user privacy and complying with data security regulations, such as GDPR or HIPAA. Masking involves transforming original data into a format that conceals its real content, allowing the information to be used for testing, development, or analysis without compromising confidentiality. Masking policies may include methods such as character substitution, data obfuscation, or the generation of fictitious data, ensuring that masked data retains its usefulness for business processes without revealing sensitive information. These policies are particularly relevant in database environments, where the protection of personal and financial data is critical. Additionally, data masking is integrated into data processing processes to ensure that data transferred between systems does not expose sensitive information during the process.
