Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) — Question 60

What must be done to destroy data stored on "write once read many" (WORM) media?

Answer options

• A. The data must be made inaccessible by encryption.
• B. The erase function must be used to remove all data.
• C. The media must be physically destroyed.
• D. The media must be reformatted.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

To ensure that data on WORM media is irretrievable, the only effective method is to physically destroy the media itself. Other options like encryption or reformatting do not actually remove the data, and the erase function is typically not applicable to WORM technology, as it is designed for permanent data retention.