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Which of the following BEST mitigates the risk of backup media containing irreplaceable information
being lost or stolen while in transit?

Incorrect A. Ensure that media are encrypted.

B. Maintain a duplicate copy.

C. Maintain chain of custody.

D. Ensure that personnel are bonded.

You answered A. The correct answer is B.

A. Although strong encryption protects against disclosure, it will not mitigate the loss of irreplaceable
data.

B. Sensitive data should always be fully backed up before being transmitted or moved.
Backups of sensitive information should be treated with the same control considerations as
the actual data.

C. Chain of custody is an important control, but it will not mitigate a loss if a locked area is broken into
and media removed or if media are lost while in an individual's custody.

D. Bonded security, although good for preventing theft, will not protect against accidental loss or
destruction.

Question #: 591 CISA Job Practice Task Statement: 4.10 Question 2 of 10