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ISC2 CISSP Exam - Topic 6 Question 66 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISC2's CISSP exam
Question #: 66
Topic #: 6
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Which of the following is the MOST effective countermeasure against data remanence?

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Suggested Answer: B

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Paola
4 months ago
I disagree, purging should be the top choice here.
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Lauran
4 months ago
Clearing is just not enough, destruction is key!
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Kerry
4 months ago
Wait, can encryption really prevent data remanence?
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Breana
4 months ago
I think purging is more effective than just clearing.
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Lourdes
4 months ago
Destruction is definitely the best way to go!
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Peggie
5 months ago
I’m leaning towards encryption, but I’m not confident it addresses data remanence directly. It seems more about protecting data in transit.
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Alyce
5 months ago
Clearing sounds familiar, but I feel like it might not be enough to prevent data remanence completely.
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Trinidad
5 months ago
I remember practicing a question similar to this, and I think purging was considered effective too, but it might not be as foolproof as destruction.
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Rima
5 months ago
I think destruction might be the best option since it completely eliminates the data, but I'm not entirely sure.
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Tambra
5 months ago
This question seems straightforward, I think I can handle it. I'll carefully read through each statement and try to determine which ones are true.
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Quentin
5 months ago
I'm not super familiar with multidimensional report writing, so this question is a bit tricky for me. I'll need to review my notes on the differences between traditional SQL queries and multidimensional approaches before I can confidently select an answer.
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Blair
5 months ago
Based on the information provided, I believe the correct answer is C. R4 should originate a Router LSA to advertise its prefix into Area 0, which R5 can then learn.
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Ruth
5 months ago
I'm feeling a bit shaky on this one. I recall risks being a part of Cisco's software strategy, so maybe option B fits, but I'm really not confident.
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Gregoria
9 months ago
Wait, are we talking about data or nuclear launch codes? Purging seems a bit extreme, don't you think?
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Horace
8 months ago
Purging might be extreme, but it ensures no traces of data are left behind.
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Onita
8 months ago
Destruction seems like a good option too, to completely get rid of the data.
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Delmy
8 months ago
Encryption would be the most effective against data remanence.
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Marvel
8 months ago
D) Encryption
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Leota
8 months ago
C) Purging
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Princess
9 months ago
B) Clearing
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Queenie
9 months ago
A) Destruction
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Erasmo
10 months ago
Clearing sounds like the most straightforward option. Just wipe that data clean and call it a day.
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Ashton
8 months ago
I think encryption might be more secure though.
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Lisbeth
8 months ago
I agree, clearing seems like the most efficient option.
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Eden
8 months ago
Clearing is definitely the way to go. It's quick and effective.
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Laurel
8 months ago
D) Encryption
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Dawne
8 months ago
C) Purging
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Rusty
8 months ago
B) Clearing
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Izetta
8 months ago
A) Destruction
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Julio
10 months ago
Destruction is the only way to be sure. Burn it all to the ground and start fresh, I say!
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Evelynn
8 months ago
D) Encryption
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Heike
9 months ago
I agree, destruction is the most effective way to ensure data remanence is eliminated.
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Jacki
9 months ago
A) Destruction
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Penney
10 months ago
Encryption? Seriously? That's like trying to lock the barn door after the horse has already bolted.
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Erinn
8 months ago
C) Purging
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Albina
8 months ago
B) Clearing
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Lai
10 months ago
A) Destruction
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Francesco
10 months ago
Hmm, I think purging is the way to go. I don't want any of that data sticking around, you know?
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Mable
10 months ago
Encryption is also a good choice to protect the data from being accessed by unauthorized users.
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Dyan
10 months ago
I agree, purging seems like the best option to completely get rid of the data.
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German
11 months ago
I believe purging is also a strong countermeasure against data remanence.
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Lino
11 months ago
I agree with Adrianna, encryption can protect data from remanence.
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Adrianna
11 months ago
I think the most effective countermeasure is encryption.
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