Security Terms and Definitions
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Instrument Security Procedures 1171.5702.52 ─ 02
3 Security Terms and Definitions
Clearing:
As defined in Section 8-301a of DoD 5220.22-M, "National Industrial Security Program
Operating Manual (NISPOM)", clearing is the process of eradicating the data on media
so that the data can no longer be retrieved using the standard interfaces on the instru-
ment. Hence, clearing is typically used when the instrument is to remain in an environ-
ment with an acceptable level of protection.
Sanitization:
As defined in Section 8-301b of DoD 5220.22-M, "National Industrial Security Program
Operating Manual (NISPOM)", sanitization is the process of removing or eradicating
stored data so that the data cannot be recovered using any known technology. Instru-
ment sanitization is typically required when an instrument is moved from a secure to a
non-secure environment, such as when it is returned for service of calibration.
The memory sanitization procedures described in this document are designed for cus-
tomers who need to meet the requirements specified by the US Defense Security Ser-
vice (DSS). These requirements are specified in the "Clearing and Sanitization Matrix"
in Section 14.1.16 of the ISFO Process Manual for the Certification and Accreditation
of Classified Systems under the NISPOM.
Instrument declassification:
A term that refers to procedures that must be undertaken before an instrument can be
removed from a secure environment, such as is the case when the instrument is
returned for calibration. Declassification procedures include memory sanitization or
memory removal, or both. The declassification procedures described in this document
are designed to meet the requirements specified in DoD 5220.22-M, "National Indus-
trial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)", Chapter 8.
4 Types of Memory and Information Storage
in the R&S
FSUP
The Signal Source Analyzer contains various memory components.
The following table provides an overview of the memory components that are part of
your instrument. For a detailed description regarding type, size, usage and location,
refer to the subsequent sections.
