# Top Secret

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/Rc3SCACYuFZN3xybjUHDjy

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Maximum Security Information

**Alternative Labels:**

- Highest Security Classification
- Maximum Security Classification
- Most Sensitive Information

## Definition

Top Secret is the highest level of classified information, requiring the strictest control and protection due to its potential to cause exceptionally grave damage to national security if disclosed. Access to top secret information is highly restricted and granted only to individuals with the appropriate security clearance and a demonstrated need to know.

## Sub Class Of

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

**Deprecated:** False