Hello, you are using an old browser that's unsafe and no longer supported. Please consider updating your browser to a newer version, or downloading a modern browser.

View Schedule & Pricing
Get a Quote
Book a Meeting

Popular Searches

CISSP Security+ AWS Azure CCNA CompTIA Cloud Cybersecurity

Quick Links

Global Accelerated Learning • Est. 1999
Glossary Term Media Sanitization

Training Camp • Cybersecurity Glossary

What is Media Sanitization?

Permanently removing data from storage media.

Glossary > Incident Response & Forensics > Media Sanitization

Media Sanitization Definition: Permanently removing data from storage media.

Understanding Media Sanitization

Media sanitization involves permanently removing data from storage devices to prevent data recovery and protect sensitive information. Related terms: see Asset lifecycle.

Learn More About Media Sanitization:

← Media Back to All Terms Meltdown Spectre Vulnerabilities →

Related Cybersecurity Terms

Incident Escalation Matrix
Mobile Device Forensics
Memory Dump Analysis
Response Coordination

Ready to Get Certified?

Media Sanitization is one of the topics you'll master in the CySA+ Boot Camp.

CySA+ Boot Camp →