Classification Markings Quiz

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What are the Nine Categories of Marking Classifications? (Select all that apply)

US classification markings (correct)

Non-US protective markings (correct)

Joint classification markings (correct)

All of the above (correct)

Define Banner Line.

Denotes the overall classification of the document

Define Control Markings.

Used to identify special control systems that provide additional access control/physical protection for the information/items covered in the program.

What is a TK?

TK: TALENT KEYHOLE Signup and view all the answers

What is a SAR?

SAR: SPECIAL ACCESS REQUIRED Signup and view all the answers

What is FGI?

FOREIGN GOVERNMENT INFORMATION Signup and view all the answers

What is CUI?

Controlled Unclassified Information Signup and view all the answers

What is ORCON?

Originator Controlled Signup and view all the answers

What is REL TO?

AUTHORIZED FOR RELEASE Signup and view all the answers

What is NOFORN?

NOT RELEASEABLE TO FOREIGN NATIONALS Signup and view all the answers

What is RELIDO?

RELEASABLE BY INFORMATION DISCLOSURE OFFICIAL Signup and view all the answers

What is LIMDIS?

LIMITED DISTRIBUTION Signup and view all the answers

What is RSEN?

RISK SENSITIVE Signup and view all the answers

What is IMCON?

CONTROLLED IMAGERY Signup and view all the answers

What is the Authorized Banner/ Portion Marking for IMCON?

Banner: CONTROLLED IMAGERY; Portion Marking: IMC Signup and view all the answers

What is the Authorized Banner/ Portion Marking for LIMDIS?

Banner: LIMITED DISTRIBUTION; Portion Marking: DS Signup and view all the answers

What is the Authorized Banner/ Portion Marking for RSEN?

Banner: RISK SENSITIVE; Portion Marking: RS Signup and view all the answers

What is the Authorized Banner/ Portion Marking for RELIDO?

Banner: RELEASABLE BY INFORMATION DISCLOSURE OFFICIAL; Portion Marking: RELIDO Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Classification Markings Overview

Nine categories of classification markings exist, including US, non-US, joint markings, and special control systems.
Categories specifically denote the handling of sensitive information, affecting access and dissemination.

Key Markings Defined

Banner Line: Indicates the overall classification level of a document.
Control Markings: Identify special access controls for information, specifying distribution limitations.
TK (TALENT KEYHOLE): Protects space-based intelligence activities and related technologies; marked as TK.
SAR (SPECIAL ACCESS REQUIRED): Denotes classified information needing strong protection as per EO 13526.

Foreign and Controlled Information

FGI (FOREIGN GOVERNMENT INFORMATION): Marks US products containing foreign information; based on sharing agreements.
CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information): Manages information needing protection but not classified under EO 13526 or AEA.

Originator Controlled Markings

ORCON (Originator Controlled): Requires originator consent for information dissemination; impedes sharing efficiency.
REL TO (AUTHORIZED FOR RELEASE): Marks information classified for release to specific foreign entities.
NOFORN (NOT RELEASEABLE TO FOREIGN NATIONALS): Classified info that cannot be shared with foreign nationals without permission.

Disclosure and Sensitivity Markings

RELIDO (RELEASABLE BY INFORMATION DISCLOSURE OFFICIAL): Allows particular information to be shared based on originator approval.
LIMDIS (LIMITED DISTRIBUTION): Governs the limited distribution of unclassified geospatial intelligence to authorized entities.
RSEN (RISK SENSITIVE): Protects critical capabilities and techniques sensitive to exploitation.

Imagery Control

IMCON (CONTROLLED IMAGERY): Safeguards sources around geospatial intelligence, emphasizing protection against countermeasures.

Authorized Markings

Each classification has corresponding authorized banners and portion markings such as:
- IMCON: Banner - CONTROLLED IMAGERY, Portion Marking - IMC
- LIMDIS: Banner - LIMITED DISTRIBUTION, Portion Marking - DS
- RSEN: Banner - RISK SENSITIVE, Portion Marking - RS
- RELIDO: Banner - RELEASABLE BY INFORMATION DISCLOSURE OFFICIAL, Portion Marking - RELIDO

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Test your knowledge on the various categories of classification markings with this quiz. Delve into the distinctions between US, non-US, and joint classification markings, among others. Perfect for anyone studying or working in fields related to information security and classification standards.