säkerhetsklassificerad

Säkerhetsklassificerad is a Swedish term that translates to "security classified" in English. It refers to information, material, or systems that are protected by national security measures due to their sensitivity. The classification is determined by the potential damage to national security if the information were to be disclosed to unauthorized individuals or entities.

There are different levels of security classification, typically ranging from restricted to top secret. Each level has specific handling, storage, and access requirements. Personnel who are granted access to security-classified information must undergo thorough background checks and be vetted to ensure their trustworthiness. The unauthorized disclosure or compromise of classified information can lead to severe legal consequences, including imprisonment and fines.

The Swedish Security Service (Säkerhetspolisen) and other relevant government agencies are responsible for implementing and overseeing the security classification system. The purpose of this system is to safeguard national interests, protect critical infrastructure, and maintain Sweden's security and defense capabilities. Information is classified when its unauthorized disclosure could harm national defense, foreign relations, or the functioning of the state. The declassification process is also strictly regulated, ensuring that information remains classified only as long as the threat to national security persists.