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CISM · Question #82

Which of the following will have the GREATEST impact on the development of the information classification scheme consisting of various classification levels?

The correct answer is A. Value of the information. The value of information, specifically the impact its compromise would have on the organization, has the greatest impact on developing an information classification scheme.

Submitted by minji_kr· Apr 18, 2026Information Security Risk Management

Question

Which of the following will have the GREATEST impact on the development of the information classification scheme consisting of various classification levels?

Options

  • AValue of the information
  • BData format
  • COwners of the information
  • DOrganizational structure

How the community answered

(35 responses)
  • A
    86% (30)
  • B
    6% (2)
  • C
    6% (2)
  • D
    3% (1)

Why each option

The value of information, specifically the impact its compromise would have on the organization, has the greatest impact on developing an information classification scheme.

AValue of the informationCorrect

Information classification schemes are designed to protect data based on its importance and potential impact if confidentiality, integrity, or availability were compromised. The higher the value or criticality of the information to the business, the more restrictive its classification level and the more stringent the controls applied.

BData format

Data format might influence specific technical controls, but it doesn't primarily drive the classification *level* itself, which is based on sensitivity and business impact.

COwners of the information

Owners of the information are responsible for *assigning* classification, but the *scheme's development* is driven by the inherent value and risk associated with the information.

DOrganizational structure

Organizational structure can influence how a classification scheme is implemented or managed, but it does not dictate the fundamental classification levels or criteria.

Concept tested: Factors influencing data classification

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/compliance/regulatory/data-classification

Topics

#Information classification#Data classification#Information value#Security controls

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