title: How can I store sensitive data securely in a MySQL database?
body: <p>I am making an employment application for a company I am working for. I've got it to protect against SQL injection and some XSS techniques. My main issue is keeping sensitive information secured, like SSN and address, because the company needs that to make 1099 forms for the salesmen's taxes.</p>
  
  <p>I don't know how to do this part, but should I encrypt everything and then decrypt it when it gets into the MySQL database?</p>