# Secret

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R7ig7TYQceghNTtbi62MNSG

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Classified Information

**Alternative Labels:**

- Classified
- Protected Information

## Definition

Secret is a security classification level used for information that requires significant protection because its unauthorized disclosure could cause serious damage to the organization (e.g., company, nonprofit, nation). Access to secret information is restricted to individuals with the appropriate security clearance and a demonstrated need to know.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R89ziIl0nXs5c4ONtS7qXTP

## See Also

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R71j0369f2ok96vA6rQOxa0
- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R8AskLnQPiMPqirI390zrab
- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RMYMXrTULF8jaQ2iszKZiN

**Deprecated:** False