Prioritizing incidents based on data classification standards ensures that the most sensitive and critical data exposures are addressed first, reducing the potential impact on the business.

“The impact of incidents should be evaluated based on the classification and sensitivity of the data involved.”

— CISM Review Manual 15th Edition, Chapter 4: Incident Management, Section: Incident Classification and Prioritization*

ISACA practice questions emphasize the importance of using data classification to properly prioritize incident response efforts.