SPēD SAPPC: INFOSEC questions With
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Security Infraction - correct answerThis event cannot reasonably be expected to and does not result in the loss,
compromise, or suspected compromise of classified information
DoD Manual 5200.01, Volumes 1-4 - correct answerThe manual that governs the DoD Information Security
Program
E.O. 13526 - correct answerThe executive order that governs the DoD Information Security Program
32 CFR Parts 2001 & 2003, "Classified National Security Information; Final Rule" - correct answerThe
Information Security Oversight Office (ISOO) document that governs the DoD Information Security Program
Security Violation - correct answerAn event that results in or could be expected to result in the loss or
compromise of classified information
Unauthorized Disclosure - correct answerCommunication or physical transfer of classified or controlled
unclassified information to an unauthorized recipient
Termination Briefing - correct answerThis briefing is given when an individual's employment is terminated,
clearance eligibility is withdrawn, or if the individual will be absent from duty for 60 days or more. It is also given
to those who have been inadvertently exposed to classified information.
Foreign Travel Briefing - correct answerThis briefing that applies to cleared personnel who plan to travel in or
through foreign countries, or attend meetings attended by representatives of other countries.
Refresher Briefing - correct answerThis briefing is presented annually to personnel who have access to
classified information or assignment to sensitive duties.
Secret - correct answerUnauthorized disclosure of this information could reasonably be expected to cause
serious damage to our national security.
Top Secret - correct answerUnauthorized disclosure of this information could reasonably be expected to cause
exceptionally grave damage to our national security.
Confidential - correct answerUnauthorized disclosure of this information could reasonably be expected to cause
damage to our national security.
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) - correct answerThe act regarding the withholding information from public
release; framework and guidance for evaluation for public release for info to be exempt are from the 9 distro
statements
Derivative Classification - correct answerThis is defined as the incorporating, paraphrasing, restating, or
generating in new form any information that is already classified.
Derivative classification process - correct answer1. Observe and respect the OCA original classification
determination
2. Apply required markings
3. Use only authorized sources
, 4. Use caution when paraphrasing or restating classified information extracted form a classified source
document
5. Always take the appropriate steps to resolve any doubts you have
Original Classification - correct answerThis is defined as an initial determination that information requires, in the
interest of national security, protection against unauthorized disclosure.
Compilation - correct answerThis is defined as unclassified information or classified information (at a lower
level) that when the information is combined or associated reveals additional factors that qualifies for
classification.
Original Classification Authority - correct answerThe term used to identify individuals specifically authorized in
writing to make initial classification decisions.
Security Classification Guides (SCG) - correct answerThis contains classification levels, special requirements
and duration instructions for programs, projects, plans, etc.
Original Classification Process - correct answerThe six step process an OCA applies in making classification
determinations. 1. Determine if the information is official government information 2. Determine if the information
is eligible to be classified 3. Determine if there is a potential for damage to national security if unauthorized
release occurs 4. Assign a level of classification 5. Make a decision about the duration of classification 6.
Communicate the decision
Declassification - correct answerThe authorized change in the status of information goes from classified
information to unclassified information
Declassification systems - correct answerScheduled, Automatic, Mandatory, Systematic
Automatic declassification - correct answerThe declassification system where Permanently Valuable Historical
records are declassified when they are 25 years old
Systematic declassification review - correct answerThe declassification system where information exempted
from automatic declassification is reviewed for possible declassification
Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) - correct answerThe declassification system where the public can
ask for classified information be review for declassification and public release
Scheduled Declassification - correct answerThe declassification system where an OCA, at the time the
information is originally classified, sets a date or event for declassification
Custodians - correct answerPeople who are in possession of, or who are otherwise charged with safeguarding
classified information
Options an OCA has when determining declassification - correct answerSpecific Date, Specific Event, or by the
50X1-HUM Exemption
The 25-year rule - correct answerThe process where records automatically become declassified after 25 years
Restricted Data and Formerly Restricted Data - correct answerThis type of information does not provide
declassification instructions
Practices to follow when handling classified information - correct answer1. Properly destroy preliminary drafts,
worksheets, and other material after they have served their purpose 2. Use approved secure communications
circuits for telephone conversations to discuss classified information 3. Follow proper procedures when copying
classified information 4. Use security forms such as SF 701 and SF 702
SF 702 - correct answerSecurity Container Check Sheet, which is used to record the opening and closing of
your security container
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Security Infraction - correct answerThis event cannot reasonably be expected to and does not result in the loss,
compromise, or suspected compromise of classified information
DoD Manual 5200.01, Volumes 1-4 - correct answerThe manual that governs the DoD Information Security
Program
E.O. 13526 - correct answerThe executive order that governs the DoD Information Security Program
32 CFR Parts 2001 & 2003, "Classified National Security Information; Final Rule" - correct answerThe
Information Security Oversight Office (ISOO) document that governs the DoD Information Security Program
Security Violation - correct answerAn event that results in or could be expected to result in the loss or
compromise of classified information
Unauthorized Disclosure - correct answerCommunication or physical transfer of classified or controlled
unclassified information to an unauthorized recipient
Termination Briefing - correct answerThis briefing is given when an individual's employment is terminated,
clearance eligibility is withdrawn, or if the individual will be absent from duty for 60 days or more. It is also given
to those who have been inadvertently exposed to classified information.
Foreign Travel Briefing - correct answerThis briefing that applies to cleared personnel who plan to travel in or
through foreign countries, or attend meetings attended by representatives of other countries.
Refresher Briefing - correct answerThis briefing is presented annually to personnel who have access to
classified information or assignment to sensitive duties.
Secret - correct answerUnauthorized disclosure of this information could reasonably be expected to cause
serious damage to our national security.
Top Secret - correct answerUnauthorized disclosure of this information could reasonably be expected to cause
exceptionally grave damage to our national security.
Confidential - correct answerUnauthorized disclosure of this information could reasonably be expected to cause
damage to our national security.
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) - correct answerThe act regarding the withholding information from public
release; framework and guidance for evaluation for public release for info to be exempt are from the 9 distro
statements
Derivative Classification - correct answerThis is defined as the incorporating, paraphrasing, restating, or
generating in new form any information that is already classified.
Derivative classification process - correct answer1. Observe and respect the OCA original classification
determination
2. Apply required markings
3. Use only authorized sources
, 4. Use caution when paraphrasing or restating classified information extracted form a classified source
document
5. Always take the appropriate steps to resolve any doubts you have
Original Classification - correct answerThis is defined as an initial determination that information requires, in the
interest of national security, protection against unauthorized disclosure.
Compilation - correct answerThis is defined as unclassified information or classified information (at a lower
level) that when the information is combined or associated reveals additional factors that qualifies for
classification.
Original Classification Authority - correct answerThe term used to identify individuals specifically authorized in
writing to make initial classification decisions.
Security Classification Guides (SCG) - correct answerThis contains classification levels, special requirements
and duration instructions for programs, projects, plans, etc.
Original Classification Process - correct answerThe six step process an OCA applies in making classification
determinations. 1. Determine if the information is official government information 2. Determine if the information
is eligible to be classified 3. Determine if there is a potential for damage to national security if unauthorized
release occurs 4. Assign a level of classification 5. Make a decision about the duration of classification 6.
Communicate the decision
Declassification - correct answerThe authorized change in the status of information goes from classified
information to unclassified information
Declassification systems - correct answerScheduled, Automatic, Mandatory, Systematic
Automatic declassification - correct answerThe declassification system where Permanently Valuable Historical
records are declassified when they are 25 years old
Systematic declassification review - correct answerThe declassification system where information exempted
from automatic declassification is reviewed for possible declassification
Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) - correct answerThe declassification system where the public can
ask for classified information be review for declassification and public release
Scheduled Declassification - correct answerThe declassification system where an OCA, at the time the
information is originally classified, sets a date or event for declassification
Custodians - correct answerPeople who are in possession of, or who are otherwise charged with safeguarding
classified information
Options an OCA has when determining declassification - correct answerSpecific Date, Specific Event, or by the
50X1-HUM Exemption
The 25-year rule - correct answerThe process where records automatically become declassified after 25 years
Restricted Data and Formerly Restricted Data - correct answerThis type of information does not provide
declassification instructions
Practices to follow when handling classified information - correct answer1. Properly destroy preliminary drafts,
worksheets, and other material after they have served their purpose 2. Use approved secure communications
circuits for telephone conversations to discuss classified information 3. Follow proper procedures when copying
classified information 4. Use security forms such as SF 701 and SF 702
SF 702 - correct answerSecurity Container Check Sheet, which is used to record the opening and closing of
your security container
