Microsoft SQL Server Data Masking
Dynamic Data Masking
Overview
Dynamic Data Masking is a feature built into Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Database that allows administrators to mask sensitive data in query results without changing the underlying data. This helps prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information by non-privileged users.
✨ Key Features
- Dynamic data masking
- Policy-based masking
- Easy to configure and manage
- Minimal impact on application performance
- Built into SQL Server and Azure SQL
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Native integration with SQL Server and Azure SQL
- Ease of use
- No additional cost
Unique Value: Provides a simple, effective, and free way to protect sensitive data in Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Database.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Customer service applications to hide PII from agents
- Healthcare applications to protect patient data
- Financial applications to mask account numbers
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations that need to create masked copies of their data for testing (persistent data masking)
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more convenient and cost-effective solution for dynamic data masking compared to third-party tools for Microsoft SQL environments.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by Microsoft support plan tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Included with SQL Server and Azure SQL Database
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