Data handling · Question 5 of 12

What does sanitization of storage media mean?

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  • B Removing data irretrievably

Explanation

Before passing on, selling or disposing of media, data must be removed reliably. Simple deletion or formatting is not enough, because data can often be recovered. Methods include overwriting, cryptographic erasure or physical destruction.

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