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200-201 Practice Question: A company's data classification policy defines…
A company's data classification policy defines "Confidential" data. Which of the following is an example of Confidential data?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between 'Confidential' and 'Internal' data, where candidates mistakenly classify any non-public information (like employee phone numbers) as Confidential, ignoring the higher sensitivity and regulatory impact required for Confidential classification.
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Why each option matters
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Customer payment card information
Customer payment card information (PCI) is classified as Confidential data because it is subject to regulatory compliance (e.g., PCI DSS) and its unauthorized disclosure could cause significant financial or reputational harm. Confidential data typically includes personally identifiable information (PII), financial records, and trade secrets that require strict access controls and encryption at rest and in transit.
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Public marketing brochures
Why it's wrong here
These are public and not confidential.
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Customer payment card information
Why this is correct
Such data is sensitive and protected by regulations, thus Confidential.
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Company cafeteria menu
Why it's wrong here
This is public information.
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Employee phone numbers
Why it's wrong here
Usually considered internal but not highly confidential.
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