Question DATA-15
Are physical backups taken off site? (i.e., physically moved off site)
| Weight | 20 |
| High Risk | No |
| Required | Yes |
| Compliant Answer | Yes |
Standard Guidance
EDUCAUSE provides no guidance here
Answering "NO"
State any plans to implement off site physical backups in your environment.
Answering "YES"
Provide the distance (in miles) between the primary and off-site locations
Reason for Question
When data is moved physically (e.g.,HDD, print, etc.) off-site, the policies and implemented procedures are important to know. Unencrypted data taken outside secured areas introduces unnecessary risks.
Follow-Up Inquiries
Follow-up inquiries for offsite, physical backups will be institution/implementation specific.
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