# Physical Protection of Media One-sentence definition: Safeguards to prevent loss/theft/damage of storage media across its lifecycle. ## Key Facts - Locked cabinets/safes, environmental controls, restricted areas. - Tamper-evident seals, sign-in/out logs, escort policies. - Transport policies: approved couriers and packaging standards. - Inventory reconciliations and audits. - Aligns to classification and retention requirements. - **Verify:** check official (ISC)² CBK and current exam outline. ## Exam Relevance - Identify missing physical control in a media scenario. **Mnemonic:** “Lock, Log, Limit.” ## Mini Scenario Q: Backup tapes stored in unlocked closet—fix? A: Secure storage with access control and logs. ## Revision Checklist - Name 3 storage controls. - Define transport requirement. - Explain audit necessity. ## Related [[Media Management and Sanitization]] · [[Backups for Data Protection (Domain 2 view)]] · [[Secure Data Disposal and Destruction Records]] · [[Data Residency and Sovereignty]] · [[Data Inventory and Asset Register]] · [[Domain 2 - Index]]