Database Encryption in a GDPR World - Scott Dutton - PHP UK Conference 2019

This talk explores the evolution of password storage practices, highlighting the shift from plain text and MD5 to more secure methods in light of GDPR regulations. The speaker discusses the importance of securely storing personal data to protect customers from criminal attacks, emphasizing that database encryption is a key strategy. Focusing on PHP, which integrates modern encryption techniques, the session illustrates how to implement these methods without sacrificing search speed within applications. While primarily addressing MySQL, the techniques presented can be applied to any storage engine, facilitating robust data security across platforms.