Public Information in this category requires minimal protection. Threats to these data are minimal, and only minimal precautions to protect the data need to be taken at the user site. Unintentional alteration or destruction is the primary concern. Limited-access Otherwise public information that has some limits on access either by contractual arrangements or by the nature of the information is typical of this security classification. Access is usually restricted to university and or school staff and student use.
Unauthorized access is the primary concern.
Sensitive This category identifies information needed by individuals or groups of individuals in the course of performing their university responsibilities. The applicable data owner must authorize requests for access to this information. The data have some importance to the school and must be protected against such acts as malicious destruction. However, disclosure problems are not usually significant. Confidential This category covers information that is typically accessed only by specific individuals who require access to that information in the course of performing their university responsibilities.