What Is Data Classification?

The process of categorizing data based on its sensitivity and criticality (e.g., public, internal, confidential, restricted) to apply appropriate handling and protection controls.

Data Classification across 2 exams

Data Classification appears on the following exams. Each defines it in the context candidates are tested on:

Security+
The process of categorizing data based on its sensitivity and criticality (e.g., public, internal, confidential, restricted) to apply appropriate handling and protection controls.
CISA
The practice of categorizing data by sensitivity or value (e.g., public, internal, confidential, restricted) to determine appropriate handling and protection requirements.