Hello colleagues! What sections of information security relate to classified data from the position of publication? And is there liability in your countries for their disclosures in publications?
Yes - in Poland there is responsibility for disclosing classified and sensitive data in publications. There are few cases of this type because: - practices of anonymizing sensitive data used in publications work well, - the regulations regulate in quite detail what data and under what circumstances may or may not be published. I am not a specialist in legal regulations, but my colleagues who specialize in data protection rarely have doubts about data classification. From the point of view of my specialization, the nature and sensitivity of the data does not matter - a bit stream, as well as many others :).
Various sections of information can be classified or declassified at any time, depends on countries' particular security requirements.
In many countries, there is legal liability for unauthorized disclosures of classified information. Such disclosures can have serious consequences, including criminal charges, fines, and imprisonment. The specifics of liability depend on the country’s legal framework, the nature of the disclosure, and the intent behind it. Individuals who publish classified information without proper authorization may face legal repercussions, especially if the disclosure harms national security or violates laws and regulations.
Remember that handling classified data requires strict adherence to guidelines, and any unauthorized disclosure can have significant legal and security implications.