Marking Special Categories of Classified Information IF105.16 - CDSE
Markings identify_____________________.
all of the above
Which of the following is provided by classification markings?
Presence of classified information
Only information that falls into at least one of the __________ categories listed in section 1.4 of Executive Order 13526 can be eligible to be classified.
Eight
What is the first line of the classification authority block?
Classified By
Which portion marking is correct?
(TS)
Banner markings identify the ___________.
highest overall classification level of the document or page
Portion markings identify the ___________.
classification level of individual sections of the document
Which type of information is exempt from downgrade and declassification instructions?
Formerly Restricted Data
Only _______________________level(s) of classification per document may appear in the banner line.
one
A letter of transmittal is not a special type of material that may contain classified information.
False
All slides in a slide deck may carry the same banner marking throughout the presentation.
True
You are sending Confidential information to a colleague in another office. You want to give her some background information and decide to attach a letter of transmittal. You include your name, a short greeting, and a Confidential description of the project. What markings must you apply to the letter of transmittal?
All of the above
You have a draft version of a classified document that contains handwritten notes that you want to send to a colleague outside of your activity. It currently has banner markings, the creation date, and a "working paper" annotation. How should the markings change before you send the document out?
It should have the same markings as a finished document
You are marking an audio recording of a conversation. This conversation contains Unclassified and Confidential information. How should it be marked?
An audible statement of the CONFIDENTIAL level appears at the beginning and end of the recording only
The portion marking for a URL reflects the classification of the URL text.
True
You are conversing with a colleague over a secure instant message system. This conversation contains classified information in the body of the conversation. You need to save the conversation for later use. What markings will apply?
All standard classification markings
In the banner line CONFIDENTIAL//FGI GBR, what is "GBR" considered as?
The three-letter country code
Which of the following is a correctly formatted portion marking for a document that contains Confidential Special Access Program information under the Wagon Wheel program?
(C//SAR-WW)
Department of Energy information categorized as Restricted Data is classified under National Disclosure Policy-1 (NDP-1).
False
You are holding a piece of classified information and some of the information is portion marked (TS//RD-N). What type of information are you holding?
Critical Nuclear Weapon Design Information (CNWDI)
Purpose of marking
Provide required information about classification.
Includes alerting the holders to the presence of classified information and specifically identifying what information needs protecting and the level of protection required.
Identifies who classified the document and provides guidance for future downgrading or declassification
Identifies the reason for the classification, and alerts the holder to any special access, dissemination, or safeguarding requirements
Standard marking applied to all classified information keeps the holder of the information aware of the sensitivity of the items in his or her care
What is displayed clearly at the top of a document
The highest level of sensitivity
Classification authority block
Contains information regarding who classified the information and why. Also how long the information must remain classified. Whether all of the markings are correct. Located at bottom of document
If the document was originally classified, it must state the reason for classification. If it was derivatively classified, it must identify the source documents from which it was derived.
Must include downgrade instructions, if applicable, and the declassification instructions, unless the information is Restricted Data or Formerly Restricted Data or otherwise exempted information
Regulations that establish marking standards
1. Executive Order 13526
2. ISOO
3. DODM 5200.01 Vol 1-3
OCA
1. Make initial determination on whether information should be classified and why
2. Ensure that information is properly marked and maintained at the proper level of security for the proper length of time
Banner Line Markings
Provide information about the overall document. Banner itself indicating the highest overall classification level of information contained in a document
Banner lines on interior pages may either have the highest overall classification of the document or the highest classification level of information on that page. Includes the most restrictive control markings and apply to the overall document
Types of Banner Line Markings
1. UNCLASSIFIED
2. CONFIDENTIAL
3 SECRET
4. TOP SECRET
Markings always appear in uppercase letters in English with the full classification level spelled out. Is never abbreviated and is therefore fully written out.
Only one level of classification per document may appear in the banner line
Portion markings
Provide information about each paragraph. Identify the classification levels of individual sections of a document to show highest level of classification that it contains. Including the subject, title, paragraphs, sections, tabs, attachments, the classified signature block, bullets, tables, and even pictures
Types of portion markings
1. U for Unclassified
2. C for Confidential
3. S for Secret
4. TS for Top Secret
All of these abbreviations appear in parentheses before the portion to which they apply. They are always capital letters
Control Markings
Used to identify the presence of special categories of information such as SCI, FGI, or Restricted Data. Required in both the banner line and portion markings, where applicable
When applying control markings to a document, use double forward slashes to separate the classification level from the control markings and dissemination markings. Use single forward slash to separate multiple types within the same marking category.
Example: TOP SECRET//FGI//LIMITED DISTRIBUTION
Dissemination control markings
Appear in the last portion of the banner line and portions. They are special handling caveats that apply to items, elements, or categories of information. Identify the expansion or limitation on the distribution of information. Address the special concerns of how to handle the information or to whom it can be transmitted.
RD
Restricted Data
REL TO:
Authorized For Release To
NOFORN
Not Releasable To Foreign Nationals
Most common special types of material for markings
1. Working papers
2. Transmittal documents
Working papers
Documents and materials accumulated or created in the preparation of finished documents and materials
Example: Taking notes on classified information during a meeting or working on a draft of a classified document
Transmittal documents
Documents like memos, letters, or a staff summary sheet that serves to accompany an enclosure or attached document. Items usually include a little information about the contents of the enclosure
Things to consider for working papers
Even if the working paper is just for your use, it still contains information that must be protected, which must be safeguarded according to its classification level
Highest level of classification contained in the document appears on the top and bottom of the working paper as a banner marking. Date of creation must be prominently marked. And is annotated on the face of the page, prominently "Working Paper"
After you are done using the working paper, it must be destroyed. Must be marked in the same manner as a finished document if it is released by the originator outside of the originating activity, is retained for more than 180 days, or contains SAP information and is retained for more than 30 days. Meaning that portion markings, banner markings, and a Classification Authority Block must appear on what was the working paper and is now a finished document
Things to consider for Transmittal Documents
Will be marked with an appropriate instruction indicating that it is unclassified when separated from the classified enclosures.
IF the letter itself contains classified information, it must be marked with all of the standard markings just like any other classified document
Electronically transmitted messages
1. Emails
2. Instant messages
3. Chats and chat rooms
4. Attached Files
Portion markings, banner markings, and a Classification Authority Block are all necessary
Email markings
Classified emails are transmitted on or prepared for transmission on classified systems or networks
Banner markings appear in the body of each message at the top and bottom.
Each portion is marked to reflect the highest level of information contained in that portion. This includes the subject line, attachments, and any links. A text portion containing a uniform resource locator (URL), or link text
The subject line is treated like the subject line of any other classified document. It is portion marked to reflect the highest level of classification it contains. The subject is not the banner line of the email, it is simply another portion
Classification Authority Block appears at the bottom of the mail, after the signature block but before the bottom banner line. If there is an attachment to the email, the name of the attachment must be portion marked, according to the level of classification of the name of the attachment, not the level of classification of attached material
An email will contain all of the standard markings when the email itself contains classified information. If the email itself does not contain any classified information but the attachment does, the email must account for the classification level of the contents of any attachments in the banners and contain a statement indicating the email's overall level of classification when separated from its enclosures
When you forward or reply to an email, you are responsible for ensuring the new or forwarded message is marked appropriately.
Instant Message markings
Conversations that have been captured for retention will be:
Banner marked at top and bottom of each page
Portion marked for each portion, including links and graphics
Marked with a Classification Authority Block
Chats and chat rooms markings
Conversations that have been captured for retention will be:
Banner marked at top and bottom of each page
Portion marked for each portion, including links and graphics
Marked with a Classification Authority Block
Chat rooms contain:
1. A system-high overall classification designating the highest level of classified conversation that can occur in the room
2. Instructions informing users that the information may not be used as a source for derivative classification unless it contains all of the standard markings
Attached Files markings
1. The subject line is marked; it contains the highest level of classification in the subject line
2. The overall classification of the attachment will affect the classification level of the message to which it is attached
3. If an attachment contains classified information, the banner line of the email will indicate the highest classification within the email, including attachments
4. The classification of the attachment title does not indicate the classification of the file itself. Most titles are unclassified even though the file itself contains classified information
Websites, blogs, wiki markings
1. Marked with all standard markings
2. Portions to be marked include: Links, subject lines of posts or titles of websites, attachments, and all content
3. Banner markings appear at the top and bottom of each post, be it a single entry in a series or a single website
URLs markings
1. Portion marked according to the level of classification of the address's content, not the information to which it points
2. Marked so as not to render the string inoperable as a link
Marking a working paper
1. When marked as a finished document, all standard markings apply
2. When used for development of finished document, annotated as working papers, with the date of creation, and the highest level of classification at the top and bottom of the papers
Marking letters of transmittal
1. When a letter of transmittal contains classified information, all standard markings apply
2. When a letter of transmittal does not contain classified information, it will contain a notice that it is unclassified when separated from its enclosures
Briefing Slides markings
1. Marked with all standard markings
2. Portions to be marked include: images, bullets, titles, and all content
3. Banner markings appear on top and bottom of each slide
Title slide- reflects highest overall classification in slide deck
Interior slides- reflect either highest overall classification in slide deck or on individual slides
Classification Authority Block- appears on title slide or last slide
Images markings
1. Markings appear on the face of the image when possible
2. Include banner markings and classification authority block
Audio markings
An audible overall classification level appears at the beginning and end of the sound recording along with declassification instructions
Marking format
// Separates classification, control, and dissemination control markings
/ Separates categories of control markings
- Separates a control marking from its even more specific sub-control
Syntax for marking special categories and other control markings
CLASSIFICATION//SCI/SCI-SUBCONTROL//SAP//FGI//DISSEM/DISSEM//OTHER
FGI Markings
Generally uses equivalent classification levels as U.S; some countries have additional level of Restricted
Banner markings contain highest level of classification, FGI, and country code: SECRET//FGI GBR
Portion markings contain country code and classification level (//GBR S)
Classification authority block lists all U.S. and foreign sources
To protect country identity, do not use country codes in banner: //FGI, or portion: (//FGI S)
NATO Markings
Has its own markings for protection of NATO information. Uses equivalent classification levels as U.S., with addition of Restricted and NATO unclassified
Banner markings contain highest level of classification and FGI NATO: SECRET//FGI NATO
Portion markings contain NATO classification level: (//NS)
Document must include statement warning of the presence of NATO information
Restricted Data (RD) Markings
Information about
1. Design, manufacture, or use of nuclear weapons
2. Production of special nuclear material, or SNM
3. Use of SNM for production of energy
Banner markings contain highest level of classification and Restricted Data: SECRET//RESTRICTED DATA
Portion markings contain classification level and RD: (S//RD)
Classification authority block does not contain classification instruction
Document must carry RD warning notice
CNWDI markings
DOD Designation for Top Secret RD or Secret RD weapons data
Banner markings contain highest level of classification and CNWDI markings: SECRET//RESTRICTED DATA-N
Portion markings contain classification level and CNWDI marking: (S//RD-N)
Classification authority block does not contain declassification instruction
Document must carry RD warning notice and CNWDI warning notice
SAP markings
Often protected with a nickname or code word. Exempt from automatic declassification at 25 years; reviewed at 50 years
Banner markings contain highest level of classification, Special Access Required or SAR, and SAP nickname or abbreviations (SECRET//SAR-RED WAGON)
Portion markings contain classification level, SAR, and nickname abbreviation: (S//SAR-RW)
SCI markings
Information concerns or is derived from intelligence sources, methods, or analytical processes. Must be handled within formal access control systems established by the Director of National Intelligence
Control systems include: HCS, KLONDIKE, COMINT (SI), TALENT KEYHOLE (TK)
May be exempt from automatic declassification
Banner markings contain highest level of classification and identify applicable SCI control systems
(SECRET//SI-TK)
Portion markings contain classification level and identify applicable control system (S//TK)
CUI Markings
Information that the Government creates or possesses, or that an entity creates or possess for, or on behalf of the Government, that a law, regulation, or Government-wide policy requires or permits an agency using safeguarding or dissemination controls
FRD Markings
Formerly Restricted Data
Relates primarily to the military use of atomic weapons
Banner markings contain highest level of classification and Formerly Restricted Data
SECRET//FORMERLY RESTRICTED DATA
Position markings contain classification level and RD:
(S//FRD)
Classification authority block does not contain declassification instruction
Document must carry FRD warning notice
which best of the standard classification markings appear at the bottom of the information regarding who classified the document, the reason for the classification instructions, and the declassification date?
classification authority block
the standard markings applied to all classified information keep the holder----
aware if eth sensitivity of the items in his or her care
what is the purpose of marking classified information?
provides required information about classification, including and dissemination instructions
which of the following represent special types of material that may contain classified information?
all of the above
photos
CDs
Papers
You are conversing with a colleague over a secure instant message system. This conversation contains classified information in the body of the conversation. You need to save the conversation for later use. What markings will apply?
ALL STANDARDS CLASSIFICATION MARKINGS
Select the correct banner marking for a U.S. classified document that contains NATO CONFIDENTIAL information.
NOT FGI//confidential
Executive Order 13526 established----.
new standards for classifications
you are making an audio recording of a conversation. This conversation. This conversation contains Unclassified and Confidential information. How should it be marked?
NOT a written statement of the confidential level appears on the label of the label of the
PRIOR TO EACH PEICE OF information
which of the following is the portion marking that would be used for confidential information from a Special Access Program (SAP) with the codework abbreviation HT?
NOT C//HT
HT//C
Which of the following is a correctly formatted banner marking for a document that contains Secret SAP information?
NOT SAP//WW/SECRET
SECRET//WW
Portion markings identify the----
classification level of individual sections of the document
what are the standard markings for classified information?
banner markings, portion markings, and a classification authority block
where would banner markings appear in a TOP SECRET document?
at the top and bottom of each page
you are sending confidential information to a colleague in another office. You want to give her some background information and decide to attach a letter of transmittal. You include your name, a short greeting, and a confidential description of the project. What markings must you apply to the letter of transmittal?
all of the above
banner markings
classification authority block (CAB)
portion marking
besides the level of classification, what other information can appear in a portion and banner markings?
control and dissemination markings
You are replying to an email that contains confidential and secret level information. Your response is unclassified. What should the banner of your email look like?
SECRET
You have been working on a draft document that contains secret information. When you finalize it, what markings must you include?
all standard markings
you are holding a piece of classified information and some of the information is portion marked (TS//RD-N). What type of information are you holding?
critical nuclear weapon design information (CNWDI)
the subject line of a classified email is used as a banner line that marks the overall classification of the email (t/f )
FALSE
Select the correct banner marking if the following information appeared on your document----
SECRET
In addition to alerting the holder to the presence of classified information, markings also identify who classified the document and _______________.
provides guidance for future downgrading or declassification
The standard markings applied to all classified information keeps the holder ______________.
aware of the sensitivity of the items in his or her care
Which of the following categories are considered eligible for classification under 1.4 of Executive Order 13526?
a. Foreign government information
b. Weapons of mass destruction
d. Military plans, weapons systems, or operations
Besides the level of classification, what other information can appear in portion and banner markings?
Control and dissemination markings
What is the first line of the classification authority block?
Classified By
Which type of information is exempt from downgrade and declassification instructions?
Portion marking
A letter of transmittal is not a special type of material that may contain classified information.
False
You are marking an audio recording of a conversation. This conversation contains Unclassified and Confidential information. How should it be marked?
An audible statement of the CONFIDENTIAL level appears at the beginning and end of the recording only
Select ALL the correct responses. Which of the following types of classified materials require all standard classification markings?
a. Photographs
b. Instant messages
c. Emails
When sending an email with a classified attachment, the email is like any transmittal document and should be marked accordingly.
True
A URL appears on a webpage you are using. How should it be marked?
The URL will be portion marked in a way that does not render it inoperable
You are replying to an email that contains Confidential and Secret level information. Your response is unclassified. What should the banner of your email look like?
SECRET
All slides in a slide deck may carry the same banner marking throughout the presentation.
True
Which of the following is a correctly formatted banner marking for a document that contains Secret Special Access Program information?
SECRET//SAR-WAGON WHEEL
You are holding a piece of classified information and some of the information is portion marked (TS//RD-N). What type of information are you holding?
Critical Nuclear Weapon Design Information (CNWDI)
Which of the following is the portion marking that would be used for Confidential information from a Special Access Program (SAP) with the code word abbreviation HT?
(C//SAR-HT)
Select the correct banner marking for a U.S. classified document that contains NATO CONFIDENTIAL information.
CONFIDENTIAL//FGI NATO
You are conversing with a colleague over a secure instant message system. This conversation contains classified information in the body of the conversation. You need to save the conversation for later use. What markings will apply?
All standard class. markings
You are generating a derivatively classified piece of information and are looking for information in a classified database. While you are searching, you find a piece of information that is extremely helpful. It includes a banner line and a notice regarding the content only being marked at the highest level of classification within the database. Is this information authorized for use as a source of derivative classification?
No
You are replying to an email that contains classified information. The email you are replying in-line to contains Confidential and Secret level information. Your response is unclassified. What should the banner of your email look like?
Secret
You have been working on a draft document that contains Secret information. When you finalize it, what markings must you include?
All standard markings
Department of Energy information categorized as Restricted Data is classified under National Disclosure Policy-1 (NDP-1).
False
An event has occurred that affects information scheduled to be declassified. The OCA, as a result, has decided to extend the duration of the information's classification. How will the markings in the classification authority block of a document containing this information change?
The OCA responsible for the change as well as the date will be cited. Additionally, the old Declassify On date will be lined through and the new date will appear next to it.
An OCA previously classified a recent government breakthrough in energy technology as Confidential. The military is developing a new weapons system that will use this technology, and it has been determined it will now cause greater damage to national security if the information is released. How should the OCA responsible for classifying the energy technology change the classification level?
Upgrade the energy tech classification
When filling out the classification authority block of a newly declassified document, it is acceptable to use a personal identifier if the identity of the declassification authority is classified
True
Banner markings may change when classified information is downgraded.
True
Banner Markings appear _____
at the top and bottom of each page
A piece of information has been classified for five years and is scheduled for declassification next fall. However, should the information be released in the fall, it would still pose the same threat to national security. How should the OCA responsible for classifying this information change the information's classification
Extend the information's duration of classification
What is the purpose of marking classified information?
Provide required information about classification, including handling and dissemination instructions
What are the standard markings for classified information?
Banner markings, portion markings, and a classification authority block
Which of the following statements is true regarding banner markings on blogs?
Must be changed as entries move off the main page to reflect the current state of the page
Select the proper date format for the "Declassify On" line:
20190704
With some exceptions, classified information existing on the web should have standard classification markings applied
true
You are crafting an email that will have a classified attachment but no classified information in the body of the email. Must you apply banner markings?
NOT
No, banner markings are not required unless the body of the email contains classified information
A new weapons system is about to come online. Some components covered by the current security classification guide will need to have their classification level upgraded. The OCA is working with a document referencing some of these components at their current level of classification, all of which is at a lower classification. How will the portion markings on this document change?
Change portions containing the upgraded information to reflect the new classification level
What special type of information is contained in a portion that is marked: (//DEU S)?
MAYBE
FGI Secret
A letter of transmittal is not a special type of material that may contain classified information.
True
Which of the following is a correctly formatted portion marking for a document that contains Confidential Special Access Program information under the Wagon Wheel program?
(C//SAR-WW)
Executive Order 13526 established
the new standards for the classification of national security information
Select the correct NATO portion marking for information containing NATO CONFIDENTIAL information in a U.S. document.
NOT
(//FGI C)
What is the first line of the classification authority block?
Classified by
Which of the following statements apply to the Original Classification Authority (OCA)?
All of the above
Banner markings identify the ___________.
highest overall classification level of the document or page
You are sending Secret information to a colleague located at another office. You want to give him some background information and decide to attach a letter of transmittal. You include your name, a short greeting, an unclassified description of the project, and when you expect the project to be completed. No other information is included. What special markings must you apply to the letter of transmittal?
A notice which says "the letter is Unclassified when separated from classified enclosures
A derivative classifier is the person who _____________.
develops new classified materials from authorized sources
You are derivatively classifying a new document using 10 source documents. What information will you apply to the "Derived From" line of your new document?
Cite "Multiple Sources"
You are compiling information from multiple sources. In addition to applying the standard markings, is there any information specific to compilation that need to be applied?
NOT
Yes, annotate that the information was "Compiled"
Triggers of Upgrading
event, changes in circumstances (Predictable, Unpredictable)
the three authorized sources of classified guidance are Security Classification Guides, classified source documents, and DD form 254.
True
All cleared and trained DoD and authorized contractor personnel who generate or create material from classified sources are derivative classifiers.
True
When deriving information from a single document, the "Classified By" line always identified the original classification authority who created the source document.
False
When deriving from multiple sources, the declassification duration reflects the longest duration of any of the sources. q
True
Which of the following marking appear on all derivatively classified documents?
Portion Markings, Classified By, Derived From
When deriving classified information from multiple sources, which of the following are appropriate markings to include in the 'Derived From' line?
Multiple Sources, A complete list of every source document used
Derivative CLassification
When information is incorporated, paraphrased, restated, generated in a new form.
Apply Standard Markings
Portion markings, Banner markings must reflect the highest lvl of classification in the newly derived documents, Classification Authority Block
Cite Source the Source of Information
When there is a single source, cite it in the "Derived From" line, Format: Source title, office of origin, date of classification, When there are too many source to fit in the "derived From" line: -Cite "Multiple Sources", List all source in or attached to the derivative document
Derivative Marking Requirements: Apply standard markings, Cite Source information, Information classified by compilation
Information Classified by Compilation
Compilation decisions are made only by OCAs and issued in the form of SCGs or originally classified source documents. Compilation explanation must state the basis for the classification by compilation.
SCG
Security Classification Guide
DD Form 254
DoD Contract Security, Classification Specification
Changes in Classification Require
Changes in Marking
Upgrading
Raising the Classification level (decided by the OCA only)
Upgrading
Increase lvl of classification, ^ Portion Markings, ^ Banner Markings, Cite date upgrated, Cite OCA or INstruction responsible, N/A
Downgrading
decreasing the classification lvl; triggered by date, event or chage in circumstances (OCA decision only)
Downgrading
Decrease in classification lvl, dg Portion markings, dg Banner Markings, N/A Classification Authority Block, N/A Special Markings,
Extending Classification
lengthening classification duration (req: continue to meet standards of EO 13526 and still pos4e threat to National Security, OCA only decides)
Extending Classification
Lengthening classification duration, N/A Portion markings, N/A Banner Markings, lassification Authority Blok: cite OCA respionsible, Change Date to reflect extention, Speacial Markings: N/A
Declassifying:
Authorized change in status fromo classified information to unclassified information (OCA only)
Declassifying
Remowing the classification from information, Portion markings: cancel markins, replace with (U) line, line through is acceptable, Banner Markings: Cancel Markings, replace with (U) line, line through is acceptable, Classification Authority Block: Annotate OCA responsible, Note Date of Declassification, Special Markings: Mark as Declassified!`
Confidential: Working Paper
Confidential, Date, classifiee meeting, this note is confi, this note is confid, this note is confi, Working Paper, Confidential,
Other Media
Classification Markings Apply: may include- portion markings, banner markings, classification authority block
Working Papers
Requirements: destroy working paper when finished unless it: is released by the originator outside of the originating activity, is retaied > 180 days, contains SAP info and is retained > 30 days, if one of the above applies, mark as finished documents, apply all standard markings
Letters of Transmittal
Required Notice Under Banner Marking, Banner markigns reflect lvl of classification and any controls of attachment, Carrt standard markings: Portion, Classification Authority Block, Banner
Electronically Transmitted Classified Messages:
Emails, Instant Messages, Chatsmand Chat Rooms, Attachments/ all standard classification markins apply to this classified information
Email Markings
Banners: Appear in the body of the email top and bottom/ reflect the overall classification lvl of email including attachments ect , portion making appear on paragraphs, subject line, attachments and links, URL is marked depending on the classification of the text in the URL,
Subject Line: portion marked with the highest vl of classification within the subject line, does not reflect the overall classification of the email, Includes Classification Authority Block, Attachments and Enclosures: the name must b portion marked, this portion mark does not indicate the overall classification on the file, accounted for in overall classification of the email, all new contend in replies or forwards must also be marked,
Instant Messages
Conversations that have een captured for retention will be:
-Banner marked at the top and bottom of each page
-portion marked for each portion, including links and graphics,
-marked with a classification authority block
Chats and Chatrooms
Conversations thayt have been captured for retention will be:
-Banner marked at the top and bottom of each page
-portion marked for each portion, including links and graphics
-marked with a classification authority block
Chat rooms contain:
-a system-high overall classification designation the highest lvl of classified conversation that can occur in the room
-instructions informing users that the information may not be used as a source for derivative classification unless it contains all of the standard markings
Attached Files
-the subject line is portion marked; it contains the highest lvl of classification in the subject line
-the overall classification of the attachment will affect the classification lvl of the message to which it is attached. For instance, a document containing secret information
-If an attachment contains classified information, the banner line of the email will indicate the highest lvl of classification within the email, including attachments
-The classification fo the attachment title, does not indicate the classification of the file itself. Most titles are unclassified even though the file itself contains classified information.
Most Common types of information requiring markings in the electronic environment:
web pages, URLs, Bulletin board postings, Blogs, Wikis, Dynamic documents,
standard markings apply, Classification Authority Block: at top or bottom of page inside the banner lines, a series of separate lines or one continuous string of text
Web page Markings
Banner Markings: single linear string of text, graphics are portion marked, multimedia carries all standard markings, URL is marked in a way that does not render it inoperable (Bulletin Boards and Blogs, Wikis)
Dynamic Document
Dynamic docment, some of the information in this document may be classifies, highest classification of database (at the top)
Dynamic Documents/ If a mechanism does not exist to determine the actual classification of inbfo contained within a dynamic document,
-mark the document with the highest classification lvl of info within the data source
-apply a working at the top and bottom of each page of the document, stating that such content is not to be used as a basis for derivative classification
-consult classification guides, the data source owner, or the point of contact for classification of individual elements
-if there is doubt about the correct markings, contact the data source owner for guidance
Briefing Slides
Banner Markings: first slide shows highest classification in the slide deck, interior slides show either the highest classification of slide deck or the highest classification of that slide, Portion Markings-appear on all content, Classification Authority Block
Photographic Media
Marked on the face if possible
When not possible, markings appear on accompanying documentation
digital image markings are overlaid on the face of the image
CD
Labeled "SECRET"
Sound Recordings
An audible statement of the overall classification and dissemination controls appears at the beginning and end of the recording
Storage Device
The storage device is marked
When the item is stored in other packaging, the packaging is marked
Blueprints, Engineering Drawings, Chards, and Maps
If stored, rolled or folded, markings appear in areas that are visable when folded
Digital Video Disc, Video Tapes, Motion Picture Films, and Web Videos
Marked with overall classification and classification authority block, unless the addition of such information would render them inoperable
Audio and indivisuals are marked at the beginning and end of the presentation
The storage device on which the information appears is marked
Mecrofilm, Microfiche, and Similar Microform Media
Marked so that the unaded eue can see the markings on this media
When the item is stored in packaging, the packaging is marked
Removable Electronic Storage Media
Items are marked with the highest level of classification and control markings
When the item is stored in packaging, the packaging is marked
Unfinnished Working Papers
Banner Markings, Portion Markings, Classification Authority Block, Other Required Markings.
Unclassified Letter of Transmittal
Banner Markings, Classification Authority Block, Other Required Markings.
Email Containing Secret information
Banner Markings, Portion Markings, Classification Authority Block, Other Required Markings.
URL
Banner Markings, Portion Markings, Classification
You are taking notes during a classified meeting. Your notes include information that is classified. What do you have to do after the meeting if you do not immediately destroy your notes?
Mark the highest level of classification at the top and bottom, date the notes, and annotate them as working papers
Which Classified Email Portions Must be marked?
Not name and email address, Subject Line, Not the Greeting, The Sentence, Not this Closing, Not the Classification Authority Block
Email Subject Line Requires
Portion Line, Not Banner Markings
The Top and Bottom of a Classified Email Needs
Banner Markings
Sprecial Categories of information carry their own markings
International, Domestic, Special Access Programs, Intelligence, Atomic, Law Enforcement
Special Category Marking Format
// / -
//
Separates Classification, Control and dissemination control markings
/ Separates categories of control Markings
-
separates a control marking from its even more specific sub-control
The syntax for marking special categories and other control markings:
CLASSIFICATION//SCI-SUBCONTROL//SAP//FGI//DISSEM//OTEHR
FGI
Foreign Government Information/ Sensitive information foreign governments share with the US, US must afford FGI equivalent protection as originating country
To Protect Country Identity
Do Not Use Country Codes: Banner://FGI. Portions: (//FGI S)
Derived From
List US and foreign sources
FGI Portion Markings:
Country/organization codes
Classification lvl
FGI Banner Markings:
FGI
Country/organization codes
Classification level reflects highest lvl of all info
including FGI
Cosmic Top Secret
Nato > US Top Secret
//NATO Secret
NATO > US Secret
//NATO Confidential
NATO> US Confidential
//NATO Unclassified, //NATO Restricted
Confidential: Modified, Handling
North Atlantic Treaty Organization:
A political and military alliance of member nations
NATO information
is information related to treaty agreement
Contains specific markings for protection of NATO information
//COSMIS TOP SECRET
(//CTS)
//COSMIC TOP SECRET BOHEMIA
(//CTS-B)
//NATO SECRET
(//NS)
//NATO CONFIDENTIAL
(//NC)
//NATO RESTRICTED
(//NR)
//NATO UNCLASSIFIED
(//NU)
//COSMIC TOP SECRET ATOMAL
(//CTS-A)
//SECRET ATOMAL
(//NS-A)
//CONFIDENTIAL ATOMAL
(//NC-A)
ATOMAL applies to
US Restricted Data or Formerly Restricted Data, or UK ATOMIC information, that has been official released to NATO.
COSMIC is applied to
TOP SECRET material that belongs to NATO. BOHEMIA is used only with NATO TOP SECRET information that is SIGNT derived.
NATO Information Markings
NATO banner marking, NATO portion marking. Required statement for NATO information, Classification level reflects highest level of all information, including NATO
Marking Atomic Energy Information
Only DOE May Originally Classify/ Declassify
Types of Atomic Energy Information Include:
RD Restricted Data, FRD Formally Restricted Data, CNWDI Critical Nuclear Weapon Design Information
CNWDI
TS//RD-N
FRD
Formerly Restricted Data
RD
Restricted Data
Marking Atomic Energy Information?
For more information, see Nuclear Classification and Declassification information in 10 C.F.R Part 1045
Restricted Data
RD Warning Notice
RD Banner Marking
RD portion Marking
RD only info: no declassification instruction
RD and other classified information: Declassify On line states "Not applicable to RD/FRD portions"
CNWDI
Portion Markings
Banner Markings
Warning Notice
RD Warning Notice
CNWDI has no declassification instruction
FRD
banner marking
portion marking
warning notice
FRD has no declassification notice
SAP Special Access Program
classified program with enhanced safeguarding and access requirements
SAP Information:
information concerning one of these programs that requires special access
Sensitive COnmpartmented Information
Classified information concerning or derived from intelligence sources, methods, or analytical processes
Handled only via a formal access control system
SAP
SAP information banner markings: Special access req or SAR; includes hyphen and nickname (-RED WAGON), Security Classification Guide/ RED WAGON
SAP info portion marking: includes nickname abbreviation (-RW)
Declassification of SAP information
for material dated prion to January 1, 1982 Declassify on L 20211231
Authority: File Exemption Series (FSE) dated 30 Mar 2005
For mar=terial data on or after January 1, 1982, Declassify On: .....
For more info on marking SAP info:
See DoDM 5205.07 Volume 4 SAP Security Manual: Marking
SCI Banner Marking:
identify applicable control system(s)
SCI portion markings: identify applicable control system(s)
Examples of SCI control systems
HCS, KLONDIKE, COMINT (SI), TALENT KEYHOLE (TK)
CUI
Controlled Unclassified information/ Unclassified information that is sensitive and requires safeguarding and control
CUI Examples
DEA Sensitive DEA S, FOUO, Law Enforcement Sensitive LES
You have been given a Secret doc from Great Britain and another country that prefers to remain anonymous? Which of the following would be the correct banner markings you would expect to see?
SECRET// FGI GBR
SECRET//FGI NATO, label CONTAINS NATO CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
//NC
Critical Nuclear Weapon Design Information
Restricted Data. This Doc Contains Restricted Data as defined by the Atomic Eenrgy Act of....
Critical Nuclear Weapon Design Information DoD Directive 5210r.2 applies
*requires both restricted data and CNWDI-specific warning notice
(S/SAR-TG)
special access required, TG- special access program
Purpose of marking:
provide required information about classification
Presidential Authority E.O. 135626
Establishes new standards for marking classifies information
ISOO Executive Office Authority
Classified National Security Information; 32 CFR Parts 2001 and 2003
-Provides implementing guidance
Marking Classified National Security information Booklet
-Contains Visual examples
DoD Authority, DoD Manual 5200.01, Vols. 1-4
Contains DoD procedures for marking classified information
A limited number of people can classify
OCA, Derivative Classifiers (DoD, Pres of the U.S.)
Original Classification Authorities
Make the initial determination to classify information
Ensure proper marking of information
Identify duration of classification
Derivative Classifiers:
Derivatively Classify information
Ensure the proper transfer o markings from original to derivatively classified information
Maintains list of properly cited source materials
Categories of Information Eligible for Classification Under E.O. 13526
1.4(a), 1.4(b), 1.4(c), 1.4(d), 1.4(e), 1.4(f), 1.4(g), 1.4(h)
1.4(a)
Military plans, weapons systems, or operations
1.4(b)
Foreign government information
1.4(c)
Intelligence activities (including covert action), intelligence sources or methods, or cryptology
1.4(d)
Foreign relations or foreign activities of the United States, including confidential sources
1.4(e)
Scientific. technological or economic matters relating to national security
1.4(f)
United States government programs for safeguarding nuclear materials or facilities
1.4(g)
Vulnerabilities or capabilities of systems installations, infrastructures, projects or plans, or protection services relating to national security
1.4(h)
Weapons of Mass Destruction
Portion Markings
Identify the classification levels of individual sections of a document
Designate the highest level of classification in a portion (includes subject, title, paragraphs, sections, tabs, attachments, classified signature block, bullets, tables, pictures)
Always appear as abbreviations (U, (C), and (TS)
Are always capitalized
Banner Markings
Indicate the highest level of classification contained in the information
Four levels: UNCLASSIFIED, CONFIDENTIAL, SECRET, TOP SECRET
Required format:
-Always Uppercase
-English Only
-No Abbreviations of classification
Control Marking
Alert Holder to any special instructions regarding its content
Identify any special categories of information (such as SCI, FGI, RD)
Dissemination Control Markings
Identify applicable special-handling caveats
Examples: FOUO, PROPIN, RELTO, NOFORN
SECRET Banner Markings
Dissemination Control Markings
TOP SECRET//RD//NOFORN
BOTH Control Markings and Dissemination Control Markings
TOP SECRET//FGI
Control Markings
Classification Authority
Classified By
-Name and position or identifier of original or derivative classifier
-agency (if not otherwise specified)
-office of origin (if not otherwise specified)
*reason (if original classification
*derived from (if derivative classification)
*downgrade to (if applicable)
*declassify on (unless RD/FRD/exempted)
Which document is the original source for the categories of information that are eligible for classification?
Executive order 13526
Reason is
always included on a piece of originally classified information in the Classification Authority block
Why Mark/ Regulatory Guidance
EO 13526, ISOO; 32 CFR Parts 2001 and 2003, Final Rule, ISOO Marking Classified National Security Information Booklet- contains visual guidance
DoD 5200.01, Vol/2- Contains DoD procedures for marking classified information
Why Mark/ Purpose
Clearly alert to the presence of classified information
Identify what information needs protecting and the level of protections
Provide guidance for downgrading
Identify the reason for classification
Alert the holder to any special access, dissemination, or safeguarding requirement
The three authorized sources of classified guidance are Security Classification Guides, classified source documents, and DD Form 254
true
All cleared and trained DoD and authorized contractor personnel who generate or create material from classified sources are derivative classifiers
true
When deriving information from a single document, the "Classified By" line always identifies the original classification authority who created the source document.
false
When deriving from multiple sources. the declassification duration reflects the longest duration of any of the sources
true
Which of the following markings appear on all derivatively classified documents?
portion markings, classified by, derived from
When deriving classified information from multiple sources, which of the following are appropriate markings to include in the "Derived From" line?
Multiple sources
A complete list of every source document used