Declassification: The process by which information that has previously been classified as confidential, secret, or top-secret is downgraded in secrecy level or made entirely public. This process is critical for ensuring that information which no longer requires protection is accessible for public scrutiny or for use in non-sensitive contexts. The procedure is typically controlled by strict protocols to maintain the overall integrity of an organization’s information management system.
Categories: CC D1: Security Principles | CCSP D6: Legal - Risk and Compliance | CISM D1: Information Security governance | CISSP D2: Asset Security | Security+ D5: Security Program Management and Oversight | SSCP D1: Security Concepts and Practices
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