Expert Determination – supplementing Safe Harbor

The masking algorithm column in the tool presents multiple drop downs, containing all the available algorithms, both specific and generic, that are used in HushHush data masking components. Generic algorithms available via the tool include Shuffle, number, date and string Roll Ups, and Generic Alpha Numeric algorithms. Generic algorithms take any value as an input. Other algorithms are sensitive data type specific and come in several varieties: there are dictionary-based algorithms for indirect identifiers, and pattern/ISO based algorithms for direct identifiers such as SSNs, Credit Cards, etc. If there is no pattern based or ISO algorithm available – you can always use a generic one. For more specific use of the algorithms, please refer to the SSIS components manual and to the Wikipedia on the mask-me.net site.

At this step of the process, you would review the suggested algorithms and make a proper selection to adjust if necessary.

Also, you can pick an output table and output column for further data load.

The color next to the algorithm indicates the probability of a proper data type/algorithm match and corresponds to the probability index. You will see black if the components are not installed. You will see different shades of green if the components are installed on the machine that has the Sensitive Data Discovery utility installed.

Some components require configuration with the default and parameter values. Clicking on the algorithm will populate the Properties window per algorithm/component, and you can make the necessary data entry.