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Version: v8

KB: 1057

How to mask sensitive data content like CCN/SSN?​

Problem Statement​

Client wants mask sensitive details such as CCN, SSN etc. to achieve DLP(Data Leakage Protection).

Solution​

Steps to Solve:-

The client can achieve the above requirement by utilizing the Response Rule feature of the WAF.

  1. Login into Haltdos console.

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  1. Go to Apps > WAF > Listener > Profile > Profile default setting > Profile Rule > Response Rule > Add Rule > Configure the Rule > Save Changes.

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If the user select Replace Content in Rule Action, the following options will show up, which will fulfill the requirement of DLP:

  • Replace Https links to Https links
  • Hide Credit Card
  • Hide Social Security Number
  • HIde Aadhar Numbers
  • Custom
  1. Open the listener in the browser after applying the rule and login to the page.

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  1. Now enter the sensitive data like CCN/SSN.

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Above steps are shown, with the help of which client can mask sensitive data by using Haltdos response rule