A method is provided in one example and includes receiving data propagating in a network environment and verifying whether the data is associated with a first end user represented in a registered user list. The method also includes verifying a ratification of a policy associated with data monitoring...http://www.google.de/patents/US8166161?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US8166161 - System and method for ensuring privacy while tagging information in a network environment
