Security (18C)

What are the three most common markings on a classified document?

(1) Banner lines, (2) Portion markings, and (3) Classification authority block

What must a person have before granting access to classified information?

(1) Security clearance eligibility (2) Signed SF 312, Classified Information Non-Disclosure Agreement (3) A need-to-know

What two sources provide guidance for managing classified information and controlled unclassified information?

(a) DoD Manual 5200.01, Department of Defense Information Security Program (b) AFI 16-1404, Air Force Information Security Program

What forms are used to cover classified information outside of storage?

(a) SF 703, Top Secret (b) SF 704, Secret (c) SF 705, Confidential

Classified data spills occur when classified data is introduced onto what systems?

(a) an unclassified information system, (b) to an information system with a lower level of classification, or (c) to a system not accredited to process data of that restrictive category.

How is FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY or UNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY marked on a document?

(a) at the bottom of the outside of the front cover (if there is one), (b) the title page, (c) the first page, (d) all applicable internal pages (to include specific sections and paragraphs), and (e) the outside of the back cover (if there is one)

What is a security incident (violation) in which there is an unauthorized disclosure of classified information? This could include the disclosure of information to a person(s) who does not have a valid clearance, authorized access, or a need to know.

Compromise

Which level of classification shall be applied to information that the unauthorized disclosure of which reasonably could be expected to cause damage to the national security that the original classification authority is able to identify or describe?

Confidential

What information requires access and distribution controls and protective measures and may be referred to accordingly as: for official use only, law enforcement sensitive, Department of Defense unclassified controlled nuclear information, and limited distribution?

Controlled unclassified information

What must be placed on classified documents not in secure storage to prevent unauthorized persons from viewing the information?

Coversheet

Who is the designated authority to grant, deny, and revoke security clearance eligibility using the Department of Defense 13 adjudicative guidelines, while applying the whole person concept and mitigating factors?

Department of Defense Central Adjudication Facility

Which classification is the incorporating, paraphrasing, restating, or generating classified information in a new form or document?

Derivative

Which manual formally defines terms associated with security incidents?

DoD Manual 5200.01 Volume 3

Which publication provides the requirements, controls, and protective measures developed for controlled unclassified information materials?

DoD Manual 5200.01 Volume 4

Which manual will be referenced to clearly identify all classified information by marking, designation, or electronic labelling?

DoD Manual 5200.01, Vol 2

Who is responsible for providing the proper safeguards for classified information, reporting security incidents, and understanding the sanctions for noncompliance?

Each individual

True or false? One of the most important responsibilities of the derivative classifier is to observe, but not respect the classification determinations made by an original classification authority.

False

Which classification is used as a dissemination control applied by the Department of Defense to unclassified information when disclosure to the public of that particular record, or portion thereof, would reasonably be expected to cause a foreseeable harm to an interest as identified in the Freedom of Information Act?

For official use only

Which classification is the most commonly used controlled unclassified information category?

For official use only information

What option is given to individuals if the security clearance eligibility is denied or revoked?

Granted due process and may appeal

How must every classified document be marked to show?

Highest classification of information contained within the document

Who must determine whether the person receiving the information has been granted the appropriate security clearance access by proper authority?

Individual with authorized possession, knowledge, or control of the information

What is a subset of the Air Force security enterprise and consists of the core security disciplines (personnel, industrial, and information security) used to determine military, civilian, and contractor personnel eligibility to access classified information, ensure the protection of classified information released or disclosed to industry in connection with classified contracts, and protect classified information and controlled unclassified information that, if subject to unauthorized disclosure, could reasonably be expected to cause damage to national security?

Information protection

What is a security incident involving failure to comply with requirements which cannot reasonably be expected to, and does not, result in the loss, suspected compromise, or compromise of classified information?

Infraction

What security incidents require an inquiry to facilitate immediate corrective action?

Infractions

What occurs when classified information cannot be physically located or accounted for? This could include classified information/equipment being discovered as missing during an audit and cannot be immediately located.

Loss

What serves to: (a) alert holders to the presence of classified information; (b) identify the information needing protection; (c) indicate the level of classification assigned to the information; (d) provide guidance on downgrading (if any) and declassification; (e) give information on the sources of and reasons for classification; (f) notify holders of special access, control, or safeguarding requirements; and (g) promote information sharing, facilitate judicious use of resources, and simplify management through implementation of uniform and standardized processes.

Marking classified information

Consistent with which policy, does Air Force identify, classify, downgrade, declassify, mark, protect, and destroy classified information? Controlled unclassified information will also be protected per it as well.

National policy

What shall personnel do if classified information appears in the media or public internet sites, or if approached by a media representative?

Not confirm or verify the information

What is it called when there is an initial decision by an original classification authority that an item of information could reasonably be expected to cause identifiable or describable damage to the national security subjected to unauthorized disclosure and requires protection in the interest of national security?

Original classification

Which program entails policies and procedures that ensure military, civilian, and contractor personnel who access classified information or occupy a sensitive position are consistent with interests of national security? This involves, for the most part, procedures for obtaining proper security clearances required for performing official duties.

Personnel Security Program

Which form, titled Activity Security Checklist, is used to record the end of the day security checks, ensuring all vaults, secure rooms, and containers used for storing classified material are checked?

SF 701

Which form is used to cover Top Secret classified information outside of storage?

SF 703

Which form is used to cover Secret classified information outside of storage?

SF 704

Which form is used to cover Confidential classified information outside of storage?

SF 705

Which level of classification shall be applied to information that the unauthorized disclosure of which reasonably could be expected to cause "serious" damage to the national security that the original classification authority is able to identify or describe?

Secret

An infraction may be unintentional or inadvertent, and does not constitute a security violation; however, if left uncorrected, what could it lead to?

Security violation or compromise

What must anyone finding classified material out of proper control do?

Take custody of and safeguard the material, and immediately notify their commander, supervisor, or security manager

Which office will be identified when For Official Use Only (FOUO) information is marked?

The originating office

Within the Department of Defense, what is the requirement for all cleared personnel to derivatively classify information?

They must have received initial training before making derivative classification decisions, and refresher training at least once every two years

Which level of classification shall be applied to information that the unauthorized disclosure of which reasonably could be expected to cause "exceptionally grave" damage to the national security that the original classification authority is able to identify or describe?

Top Secret

Classified information is designated accordingly to protect national security. What are its three levels of classification?

Top Secret, Secret, and Confidential

True or False? After working hours, store For Official Use Only (FOUO) information in unlocked containers, desks, or cabinets if the building is provided security by government or government-contract personnel. If building security is not provided or deemed inadequate, store FOUO information in locked desks, file cabinets, bookcases, or locked rooms.

True

True or False? Air Force policy is to identify, in classified contracts, specific information and sensitive resources that must be protected against compromise or loss while entrusted to industry.

True

True or False? All personnel in the Air Force are responsible for protecting classified information and controlled unclassified information under their custody and control.

True

True or False? Classified information systems should specifically be stored in a general services administration approved safe or in buildings or areas cleared for open storage of classified.

True

True or False? Everyone who works with classified information is personally responsible for taking proper precautions to ensure unauthorized persons do not gain access to classified information.

True

True or False? Only officials designated in writing may make original classification decisions.

True

What are security incidents that indicate knowing, willful negligence for security regulations, and result in, or could be expected to result in, the loss or compromise of classified information?

Violations

When may a person have access to information designated as For Official Use Only (FOUO)?

When they have a valid need for access in connection with the accomplishment of a lawful and authorized government purpose