AFI16-1404_AFMCSUP_WRIGHTPATTERSONAFBSUP — Air Force Information Security Program

AFI16-1404_AFMCSUP_WRIGHTPATTERSONAFBSUP governs classification, public release, foreign disclosure, and Internet release of program information.

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  • Publication number: AFI16-1404_AFMCSUP_WRIGHTPATTERSONAFBSUP
  • Title: AIR FORCE INFORMATION SECURITY PROGRAM
  • Date: 2020-02-05

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The publication addresses classification challenges, identification, end items, and definitions for information involved in an effort. It requires classification changes to be made immediately and sets procedures for public and foreign disclosures.

Topics covered

  • Classification challenges
  • Public release
  • Foreign disclosure
  • Internet release of program data
  • Identification of classified information
  • End item classification
  • Classification authority

Questions and answers

What happens when the classification guidance is challenged?

If at any time, any of the security classification guidance contained herein is challenged, the items of information involved shall continue to be protected at the level prescribed by this guide until such time as a final decision is made on the challenge by the OCA. (paragraph 4)

When must changes in classification be made?

Changes in classification required by application of this guide shall be made immediately. (paragraph 2)

What review is required before foreign participation in a solicitation?

If a country with which the DoD has entered into a reciprocal procurement memorandum of understanding or offset arrangement, expresses an interest in this effort, a foreign disclosure review should be conducted prior to issuance of a solicitation. (paragraph 7)

What clearance is required before publishing program data on public Internet sites?

Information intended for publication on publicly accessible or unprotected Internet sites must be cleared for public release prior to publication according to AFI 35-102, Security and Policy Review Process. (paragraph 8)

What must be considered before releasing information on the Internet?

Internet technology search and data mining capabilities must be assessed from a risk-management perspective. (paragraph 8)

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