Episode 37 — Secure Data Deletion: Sanitization and Crypto-Erase in Cloud
Secure deletion is essential to prevent residual data exposure when storage is repurposed or decommissioned. This episode explains sanitization methods, from overwriting and degaussing to crypto-erase, where encryption keys are destroyed to render data unreadable. We highlight why crypto-erase is often the preferred method in cloud environments.
Exam scenarios may ask you to choose the correct deletion technique for a given context, such as regulated industries or shared infrastructure. By mastering secure deletion, you’ll be able to ensure that sensitive information is permanently removed when required. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com.
