That said, it is the case that even if classified documents are openly published, if they are still classified, it is forbidden to read them (at least for mil personnel, and I know as a 2nd tier supplier I've got lots of similar rules to follow about not accessing docs I don't have a demonstrable need-to-know) .
So, if you are in that environment, and there are such docs floating around, and you want a security clearance, best to avoid reading them, and document how you did so (ya, hard to prove a negative, but contemporaneous notes, such as an email to a friend, or reporting it to authorities might work?)
Its weird to me how classified documents could be floating around most are generated in a SKIF and live there with people who know how to care for them properly. When I dealt with classified info it was always on a completely segregated network even the cables were protected and the network traffic is encrypted with specialized hardware(not possible to email to anyone but another authorized person). Higher level officers Colonels and Generals etc could have classified safes in their offices if they were in a protected buildings but nobody was taking anything home and logs were kept in the safe as to what was in it and random inspections would take place to confirm its accuracy.
Yup! It seems to me with all the floating around of classified paper docs, it's past time to start embedding logging devices in the binders.
I'm pretty sure that tech is now sufficiently advanced that we could embed a near-unnoticeable device logging locations, all nearby WiFi/Bluetooth/devices, and maybe even pics of surroundings every time it moves or is opened, and enough power to keep it running for years.
I think its time to stop printing stuff out this would prevent lots of the risk and if your position is overran like an embassy or base powering down devices would keep them safe
So, if you are in that environment, and there are such docs floating around, and you want a security clearance, best to avoid reading them, and document how you did so (ya, hard to prove a negative, but contemporaneous notes, such as an email to a friend, or reporting it to authorities might work?)