Why do organizations classify their information?

The correct answer is A. To restrict the access to the information. The primary purpose of information classification is to restrict access based on sensitivity. By labeling data (e.g., Confidential, Internal, Public), organizations can apply appropriate access controls so that only authorized individuals can view or handle sensitive…

Security Principles

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Options

ATo restrict the access to the information
BTo avoid ransomware attacks
CTo increase the access to the information
DTo help employees search for information

How the community answered

(33 responses)

A
91% (30)
B
3% (1)
D
6% (2)

Explanation

The primary purpose of information classification is to restrict access based on sensitivity. By labeling data (e.g., Confidential, Internal, Public), organizations can apply appropriate access controls so that only authorized individuals can view or handle sensitive information. While classification may indirectly support security outcomes like reducing ransomware risk, its core goal is enforcing need-to-know access principles - not improving searchability or broadening access.

Topics

#Information Classification#Data Security#Access Control#Confidentiality

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