Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) — Question 120

Which of the following is the GREATEST concern with using degaussing to destroy personal data?

Answer options

• A. It is difficult to verify data destruction.
• B. It takes a long time to destroy the data.
• C. The drive can be reused for future storage.
• D. The interconnected equipment of the hard drive is preserved.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The main concern with degaussing is that it is challenging to confirm whether data has been completely destroyed, as there is no physical evidence left to verify this. While the other options highlight potential drawbacks, they do not represent the most critical issue related to the effectiveness and assurance of data destruction.