# SI-14(2) — Non-persistent Information

- **Control ID:** SI-14(2)
- **Family:** [SI](/md/families/SI.md)
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- **Enhancement of:** [SI-14](/md/controls/SI-14.md)

## Description

\[assignment\] ; and Delete information when no longer needed.

## Discussion

Retaining information longer than is needed makes the information a potential target for advanced adversaries searching for high value assets to compromise through unauthorized disclosure, unauthorized modification, or exfiltration. For system-related information, unnecessary retention provides advanced adversaries information that can assist in their reconnaissance and lateral movement through the system.

## Implementation guidance

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## CSF 2.0 subcategories

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## Related controls

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