What are the considerations for protecting backups during physical infrastructure decommissioning?

When decommissioning physical infrastructure, it is crucial to take the following precautions to protect backups:

1. Ensure all backup data is securely erased or destroyed to prevent any data leakage.
2. Transfer backup data to a new secure location before decommissioning the infrastructure.
3. Confirm that all backup copies have been gathered and accounted for before decommissioning.
4. Encrypt backup data to prevent unauthorized access during the decommissioning process.
5. Implement strict access controls to the backup storage to prevent unauthorized copies or tampering.
6. Properly document and track the decommissioning process of both the infrastructure and the backups.
7. Consider storing backups in a separate, secure, and off-site location to mitigate risks.

Remember to adhere to any relevant data protection regulations and industry best practices when decommissioning physical infrastructure and handling backup data.