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Overview of SDF Functionality

**SDF(SensitiveDocsFlow)**applies security policies throughout the entire process from the creation to distribution and storage of documents and can track them.Document-Centric Security Platformis.
It can integrate document encryption and policy management features without changing the existing workflow, linked with the client’s business system and API.

1. Document Encryption / Decryption


Performs encryption and decryption based on the access control policy for the document.

Support MethodExplanation
DAC(Arbitrary Access Control)The document owner directly assigns permissions for encryption
MAC(Mandatory Access Control)Automatically apply encryption according to the organization's security level policy.
GRADEPerform encryption based on document security classification (confidential, restricted, etc.)
  • Customer's business systemREST API callIt is possible to perform encryption and decryption in one go.
  • During encryption, security headers are automatically inserted, allowing you to check the document's protection status at any time.

2. Document Header Information Management


The encrypted document containsSecurity Policy Metadatais inserted as a header.

  • Insertion Information: Permission level, encryption method, policy ID, processing date and time, etc.
  • Query API: The current security status of the document can be checked in real-time from external systems.
  • Usage Example: Pre-check security level before document access, policy violation document detection

3. Sensitive Information (SFI) Management


inside the office documentSteganographic File Information for Source TrackingInserts.

  • Insertable Information: TxID(Transaction ID), system name, processing date and time, user information, etc.
  • Query / Delete: You can check or remove hidden information through a dedicated API.
  • Purpose: Trace the original source to identify the leak path in case of document leakage.

4. Document Lineage Tracking (InfoLineage)


When the document is copied or derivedParentDoc IDautomatically inserting it to track the relationship between the original and derivative documents.

Original Document (DocID: A)
├── Copy 1 (DocID: B, ParentDoc: A)
│ └── Revision (DocID: D, ParentDoc: B)
└── Copy 2 (DocID: C, ParentDoc: A)
  • The entire distribution flow of the document can be understood in a tree structure.
  • Utilization for Security Audits and Compliance Responses

5. API Integration


SDF provides two API frameworks that flexibly integrate with business systems in various environments.

API TypeTargetMain Features
Customer-specific APIIn-house Work SystemEncryption/Decryption, Header Retrieval, Hidden Information Insertion/Retrieval/Deletion, Label Management
Security365 Integration APISecurity365 ServiceSame functionality + authentication check, security level management, and other additional features
  • Designed in a RESTful manner, callable regardless of language/platform.
  • Detailed API specifications areAPI GuidePlease refer to the document.

6. Installation and Configuration Method


SDF is tailored to the customer's environment.Two Deployment Methodssupports.

Configuration MethodformSuitable Environment
[SDF Container](./What is SDF Container.md)Sidecar ContainerKubernetes/POD based cloud environment
[SDF App](./What is SDF APP.md)JAR-based applicationExisting on-premises or VM-based server environment
  • SDF Container: Deployed as a sidecar within the business system POD, operating independently.
  • SDF App: Compatible with existing Java library (SCSL.jar) — Maintain existing integration structure without code modification

7. Logs and Monitoring


All security processing procedures of SDF areEvent LogIt is recorded and used for operational monitoring and security auditing.

Log TargetRecord content
EKMSKey issuance/viewing, authentication processing history
SKMSEncryption and Decryption Request/Response, Header Processing History
SDF ContainerAPI call, file processing, hidden information insertion history
  • Support for real-time metric collection through Prometheus integration
  • Provides a systematic log classification system based on event codes