Systems Security Certified Practitioner – SSCP – Question0377

What is the main issue with media reuse?

A.
Degaussing
B. Data remanence
C. Media destruction
D. Purging

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

The main issue with media reuse is data remanence, where residual information still resides on a media that has been erased. Degaussing, purging and destruction are ways to handle media that contains data that is no longer needed or used. Source: WALLHOFF, John, CBK#10 Physical Security (CISSP Study Guide), April 2002 (page 5).