7.8 Equipment Siting and Protection

Equipment should be sited securely and protected.

Equipment sitting and protection in information security refers to the placement and protection of the physical devices and infrastructure that make up an organization's information systems. This includes things like servers, routers, switches, and other networking equipment. Proper equipment sitting and protection can help ensure that these devices are in a safe and secure environment and that they are protected against physical damage, tampering, and other threats.

Here are some points to consider when protecting technology and other physical devices in information security:

• Implement physical security measures: This can include things like locks, access control systems, and surveillance cameras to prevent unauthorized access to the technology and devices.
• Use environmental controls: This can include temperature and humidity controls to protect the technology and devices from damage due to extreme temperatures or other environmental conditions.
• Implement regular maintenance and monitoring: This can help ensure that the technology and devices are functioning properly and that any potential problems are identified and addressed before they cause any damage.
• Use secure power sources: This can help protect against power surges and other power-related issues that could damage the technology and devices.
Implement secure disposal procedures: This can help prevent unauthorised individuals from accessing sensitive information when technology and devices are no longer in use.
• Implement security protocols for the use of the technology and devices: This can include things like requiring strong passwords and implementing access controls to prevent unauthorized access to the technology and devices.