Which of the following is NOT a proper component of Media Viability Controls?

A.
Storage

B.
Writing

C.
Handling

D.
Marking

Explanation:
Writing is not a component of media viability controls.
Media viability controls are implemented to preserve the proper working state of the media, particularly to
facilitate the timely and accurate restoration of the system after a failure.
Many physical controls should be used to protect the viability of the data storage media. The goal is to protect
the media from damage during handling and transportation, or during short-term or long-term storage. Proper
marking and labeling of the media is required in the event of a system recovery process:
Marking. All data storage media should be accurately marked or labeled. The labels can be used to identify
media with special handling instructions, or to log serial numbers or bar codes for retrieval during a system
recovery.
Handling. Proper handling of the media is important. Some issues with the handling of media include
cleanliness of the media and the protection from physical damage to the media during transportation to the
archive sites.
Storage. Storage of the media is very important for both security and environmental reasons. A proper heatand humidity-free, clean storage environment should be provided for the media. Data media is sensitive to
temperature, liquids, magnetism, smoke, and dust.
Incorrect Answers:
A: Storage is a media viability control used to protect the viability of data storage media.
C: Handling is a media viability control used to protect the viability of data storage media.
D: Marking is a media viability control used to protect the viability of data storage media.

Krutz, Ronald L. and Russell Dean Vines, The CISSP Prep Guide: Mastering the CISSP and ISSEP Exams,
2nd Edition, Wiley Publishing, Indianapolis, 2004, p. 324