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Data Masking

Data Masking

Data Masking is a technique used to protect sensitive information by obscuring it with fictional but realistic data. It is commonly used in testing, training, or outsourcing scenarios where there is a need to utilize realistic data sets without exposing actual sensitive data. Data masking helps organizations comply with privacy laws and regulations by ensuring that the data cannot be reversed or decrypted back to its original form, safeguarding personal and confidential information against unauthorized access.