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Sensitive But Unclassified (SBU) is a legacy catch-all marking used primarily by the Department of State, USAID, and other foreign affairs agencies for information that requires protection but is not classified. Like FOUO, SBU is being transitioned to specific CUI categories under Executive Order 13556, but legacy SBU markings remain prevalent on existing documents, cables, and reports related to diplomatic operations and international programs.
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Ask about SBUSBU information should be treated with protections equivalent to CUI Basic during the transition. Access limited to personnel with a valid need-to-know. Store in areas with controlled access — locked offices, safes, or controlled-access IT systems. Transmit only via encrypted channels or diplomatic pouch. Contractors supporting State Department and USAID programs should follow the specific SBU handling guidance in their contracts.
FAR 52.204-21 (Basic Safeguarding); Department of State 12 FAM 540 (Sensitive But Unclassified Information)
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