SSCP · Question #1121
Unclassified, Private, Confidential, Secret, Top Secret, and Internal Use Only are levels of ________________
The correct answer is B. Data Classification. These terms represent different levels within a data classification scheme, which categorizes information based on its sensitivity and importance.
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Unclassified, Private, Confidential, Secret, Top Secret, and Internal Use Only are levels of ________________
Options
- ASecurity Classification
- BData Classification
- CObject Classification
- DChange Control Classification
How the community answered
(34 responses)- A3% (1)
- B88% (30)
- C6% (2)
- D3% (1)
Why each option
These terms represent different levels within a data classification scheme, which categorizes information based on its sensitivity and importance.
While these labels are *related* to security, "Security Classification" is a less precise term; "Data Classification" specifically refers to the categorization of data assets.
Data Classification involves categorizing information based on its sensitivity, value, and the impact of its unauthorized disclosure, alteration, or destruction, using labels like Unclassified, Private, Confidential, Secret, Top Secret, and Internal Use Only to determine appropriate security controls.
Object Classification is a broader term that could refer to any type of object, not specifically information or data sensitivity.
Change Control Classification refers to categorizing changes to systems or software, not the inherent sensitivity of data itself.
Concept tested: Data classification levels
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/compliance/data-classification-overview
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