Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) — Question 57

Which of the following should be the FIRST consideration when selecting a data sanitization method?

Answer options

• A. Risk tolerance
• B. Implementation cost
• C. Industry standards
• D. Storage type

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The first consideration should be the storage type, as different types of storage media may require specific sanitization methods to ensure data is irretrievable. While risk tolerance, implementation cost, and industry standards are important, they become relevant after identifying the appropriate method based on the type of storage used.