Test Data Recovery

The media used for backups and the restoration of backups are tested regularly to ensure that they can be relied on in an emergency.

Accurate and complete instructions are maintained for restoring backups. The policy is used to monitor the operation of backups and to prepare for backup failures.

The organization should regularly, at least annually, test and review its information security continuity plans to ensure that they are valid and effective in adverse situations.

Testing of continuity plans shall involve, as appropriate, stakeholders critical to each plan. The organisation should identify and document the necessary contacts with suppliers and partners.

In addition, the adequacy of continuity plans and associated management mechanisms should be reassessed in the event of significant changes in operations.