A healthcare provider is replacing its patient record system and needs to dispose of the old database containing sensitive patient health information (PHI). The organization must ensure that the data is completely unrecoverable and that the disposal process is documented for compliance with HIPAA. Which method is most appropriate for data asset disposal?

Overwrite the database files with a single pass of random data and then delete the files.

Simply delete the database files and empty the recycle bin on the server.

Use a certified data destruction service that provides a certificate of destruction and uses methods like cryptographic erasure or physical destruction.

Encrypt the database and then store the encryption key in a secure location for future access.

Which of the following is a critical step in the software disposal process to prevent unauthorized access to the software?

Documenting the software's features

Archiving the software installation files

Updating the software to the latest version

Revoking all licenses and access rights

What is the purpose of uninstalling software from all systems during the disposal process?

To reduce the number of software licenses

To free up disk space for other applications

To ensure the software is no longer present and cannot be executed

Which of the following is a method used to monitor data assets for integrity?

Using file integrity monitoring (FIM)

Which of the following is a key element of the asset assignment process?

Ensuring the asset is the most expensive available

Assigning assets without user consent

Documenting the assignment in an asset management system

Assigning assets based on seniority

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A healthcare provider is replacing its patient record system and needs to dispose of the old database containing sensitive patient health information (PHI). The organization must ensure that the data is completely unrecoverable and that the disposal process is documented for compliance with HIPAA. Which method is most appropriate for data asset disposal?
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Which of the following is a critical step in the software disposal process to prevent unauthorized access to the software?
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What is the purpose of uninstalling software from all systems during the disposal process?
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Which of the following is a method used to monitor data assets for integrity?
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