WORKFLOW / EDITOR’S NOTE
Should logs be redacted at capture or before sharing?
Minimize collection, restrict access, and review before sharing.
Source takeaway
OWASP’s logging guidance identifies sensitive data that should not be logged directly and discusses access protection. Our practice note: minimize collection first, restrict readers, then redact and review temporary sharing copies.
Turn the guidance into a workflow
Write a one-page logging policy covering allowed fields, masking, access, and retention. Test with synthetic logs rather than customer records. A reusable checklist is available in Resources.
Sources & editorial note
Sources checked October 17, 2026. Examples and practice notes are authored for PlainKit. Sources do not endorse this project; this is not an audit conclusion.
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