In the ever-evolving landscape of data storage technologies, data security remains a top priority for organizations. In August 2022, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) introduced IEEE 2883-2022, a comprehensive standard for data sanitization. This standard fills a critical information gap by providing guidelines for securely erasing data on modern storage technology. It’s important to note that while NIST 800-88 remains widely used, IEEE 2883-2022 takes into account the evolving world of data storage, offering a more up-to-date framework. IEEE 2883-2022 Classification IEEE 2883-2022 classifies data sanitization into three categories, similar to NIST’s approach: Clear: This method prevents simple, non-invasive data recovery using software. It’s a crucial step