Questions and Answers
When classified information or CUI appear in books, journals, print articles, internet-based articles, etc., this is considered what type of UD?
Public Domain
What type of UD involves the transfer of classified information or CUI onto an information system not authorized at the appropriate security level or having the required CUI protection?
Data Spills
What type of UD involves activities designed to obtain, deliver, communicate, or transmit classified information or CUI intended to aid a foreign power?
Espionage
Improper safeguarding of information is defined as using inappropriate measures and controls to protect classified information or CUI.
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Classified information or CUI that has been put in the public domain is free to share.
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The policy for the Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act (WPEA) is the same as that of Unauthorized Disclosure (UD).
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Whistleblowing should be used to report what?
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You have a classified document you would like to share with your coworker, Julie. What requirements must Julie meet to be an authorized recipient?
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What describes your responsibility to protect classified information from unauthorized disclosure?
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What is the initial determination that information needs protection?
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What is the process of using existing classified information to create new material and marking that newly developed material consistent with classification markings?
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As an individual with access to classified information and CUI, you may write books, articles, speeches, and briefings. If they contain official DoD information, those items must go through what?
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The PAO reviews content for classified information or CUI.
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You may disclose classified information when using social media outlets.
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What is the first step in reporting an incident of Unauthorized Disclosure?
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After properly securing the classified material, what is the next step in reporting an Unauthorized Disclosure?
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What must you do if approached or contacted by a representative of the media seeking a response to information appearing in the public domain?
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An individual with access to classified information accidentally left print-outs containing classified information in an office restroom. An uncleared facility custodian found the information. Which type of unauthorized disclosure has occurred?
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Using inappropriate measures and controls to protect classified information or CUI is what type of unauthorized disclosure?
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The willful, negligent, or inadvertent disclosures of classified information or CUI transferred onto an information system not authorized at the appropriate security level or not having the required protection or access controls is what type of unauthorized disclosure?
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How long is a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) applicable?
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Classified information or controlled unclassified information (CUI in the public domain may be freely shared.
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Study Notes
Unauthorized Disclosure of Classified Information and CUI
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Public domain refers to classified information or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) found in books, journals, or internet articles.
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Data spills occur when classified information or CUI is transferred to unauthorized information systems lacking necessary security protections.
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Espionage involves activities aimed at obtaining or transmitting classified information or CUI to benefit a foreign power.
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Improper safeguarding is using inadequate measures to protect classified information or CUI, confirming a breach in security protocols.
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Public domain classified information or CUI is not free to share; it remains protected.
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Policies for the Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act (WPEA) differ from those governing Unauthorized Disclosure (UD) policies.
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Whistleblowing should report issues like gross mismanagement, waste of funds, or significant public health dangers.
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An authorized recipient of classified information must have a need-to-know, a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), and a favorable eligibility determination.
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Responsibilities to protect classified information include using cover sheets, adhering to reproduction guidelines, and securing information in approved containers.
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Original classification is the initial assessment that information requires protection due to its sensitivity.
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Derivative classification is the process of creating new material based on existing classified information while maintaining appropriate markings.
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Items containing official Department of Defense (DoD) information must undergo a security review before public release in any format.
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The Public Affairs Office (PAO) does not review content for classified information or CUI.
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Disclosing classified information on social media platforms is prohibited.
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The first step in reporting Unauthorized Disclosure incidents is securing the material in a GSA-approved container.
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After securing classified material, the incident must be reported to the security manager or Facility Security Officer (FSO).
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If contacted by media regarding publicly available classified information, do not comment and inform the security manager or FSO.
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Improper safeguarding occurred when classified information was left unattended in a restroom and found by an uncleared individual.
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Using inadequate controls for protecting classified information or CUI is characterized as improper safeguarding.
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A data spill involves negligent or inadvertent disclosure of classified information transferred onto unauthorized systems.
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Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) remain in effect for the individual's lifetime.
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Even if classified information or CUI is in the public domain, it cannot be freely shared without proper authorization.
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Manuscripts and articles containing sensitive information must complete a review process with the Defense Office of Prepublication and Presentation Review (DOPPR) before submission to publishers.
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