How can Insider Threat Programs protect classified information?

Insider Threat Programs are designed to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, and misuse of classified information. One effective way to protect this sensitive information is by transmitting it via secure channels. This approach ensures that classified information is sent using encrypted methods or secure communication systems that mitigate the risk of interception or unauthorized access during transit.

Secure transmission channels help maintain the confidentiality and integrity of the information, thereby reducing the likelihood that insiders or external threats could exploit vulnerabilities to gain access to sensitive data. In contrast, sharing information without restrictions, relying on verbal communication, or storing information in public databases increases the risk of compromise and is contrary to best practices for safeguarding classified information.