Which Factor is Considered a Best Practice for Triage?
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Which Factor is Considered a Best Practice for Triage?
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Identify the Incident Type
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Check the Incident Severity
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Gather Known Information about the Incident
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Determine if Immediate Response is Required
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Approval: Immediate Response Decision
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Identify the Relevant Authorities or Contacts
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Communicate the Incident Status and Details
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Implement Initial Protective Measures
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Assess Adequacy of Resources for Addressing the Incident
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Approval: Resources Adequacy Decision
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Start Documenting Incident Response Actions
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Develop Action Plan for Incident Response
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Start Implementingthe Action Plan
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Monitor Progress of Incident Response
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Approval: Progress Monitoring
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Update Proposed Actions Based on Progress
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Approve Updated Actions
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Post-Incident Review and Assessment
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Approval: Post-Incident Review and Assessment
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Document and Archive Incident Response Records
Identify the Incident Type
This task involves identifying the type of incident that has occurred. It is important to accurately categorize the incident to ensure appropriate response measures are taken. Consider the nature of the incident, any potential risks or hazards involved, and any relevant previous incidents. What is the incident type?
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Security Breach
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Data Breach
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System Outage
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Physical Security Incident
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Employee Misconduct
Check the Incident Severity
This task involves assessing the severity of the incident. The severity level helps determine the priority and response time for addressing the incident. Analyze the potential impact of the incident on the organization's operations, resources, and reputation. How severe is the incident?
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Low
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Medium
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High
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Critical
Gather Known Information about the Incident
This task requires gathering all the information available about the incident. Collect any relevant details such as the time, date, location, and description of the incident. Identify any witnesses or individuals involved in the incident. What known information about the incident do you have?
Determine if Immediate Response is Required
In this task, you need to assess whether immediate response is necessary for the incident. Consider the potential risks and consequences of delaying the response. Determine if any lives, assets, or critical systems are at immediate risk. Should an immediate response be initiated?
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Yes
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No
Approval: Immediate Response Decision
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Identify the Relevant Authorities or Contacts
This task involves identifying the relevant authorities or contacts who need to be notified about the incident. Consider internal stakeholders such as managers, supervisors, or legal and compliance teams, as well as external contacts such as law enforcement agencies or regulatory bodies. Who are the relevant authorities or contacts?
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Law Enforcement
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Legal Department
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IT Department
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Human Resources
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Senior Management
Communicate the Incident Status and Details
This task involves communicating the incident status and details to the appropriate stakeholders. Inform the relevant authorities, teams, or individuals about the incident. Provide them with a clear and concise description of the incident, its impact, and any immediate actions taken or required. Who needs to be notified about the incident status and details?
Implement Initial Protective Measures
This task requires implementing initial protective measures to mitigate the risks or consequences of the incident. Determine the immediate actions needed to minimize damage, secure the affected systems or assets, or prevent further incidents. What initial protective measures need to be implemented?
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Change Passwords
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Isolate Affected Systems
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Lock Affected Area
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Remove Malicious Software
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Notify Security Team
Assess Adequacy of Resources for Addressing the Incident
This task involves assessing the adequacy of resources available for addressing the incident. Evaluate the availability of personnel, tools, equipment, and any external support required. Determine if additional resources need to be allocated or if existing resources are sufficient. Are the resources adequate for addressing the incident?
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Yes
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No
Approval: Resources Adequacy Decision
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Start Documenting Incident Response Actions
In this task, you need to start documenting the actions taken in response to the incident. Record the sequence of events, tasks performed, and decisions made. Document any evidence or findings relevant to the incident. Begin creating a comprehensive incident response record. Start documenting the incident response actions.
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Collect Evidence
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Interview Witnesses
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Take Photographs
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Document Timeline
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Preserve Chain of Custody
Develop Action Plan for Incident Response
This task involves developing a comprehensive action plan for incident response. Identify the key steps, tasks, and responsibilities for addressing the incident. Outline the sequence of actions to be taken, prioritize tasks, and assign roles to team members. Create a detailed roadmap for incident response. What actions should be included in the action plan?
Start Implementingthe Action Plan
In this task, you need to start implementing the action plan developed for incident response. Assign tasks to the appropriate team members, provide them with the necessary resources and instructions, and monitor their progress. Ensure that the action plan is followed systematically. Begin implementing the action plan for incident response.
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Perform Forensics Analysis
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Notify Customers or Users
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Restore Systems
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Investigate Root Cause
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Take Legal Actions
Monitor Progress of Incident Response
This task requires monitoring the progress of the incident response activities. Regularly review the tasks completed, milestones achieved, and any new developments or challenges that arise. Keep track of the overall progress towards resolving the incident. How will you monitor the progress of the incident response?
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Status Meetings
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Task Checklist
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Communication Channels
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Metrics Tracking
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Escalation Procedures
Approval: Progress Monitoring
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Monitor Progress of Incident Response
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Update Proposed Actions Based on Progress
In this task, you need to update the proposed actions based on the progress of the incident response. Reassess the effectiveness and feasibility of the planned actions in light of new information or changes in the situation. Adapt the action plan accordingly to ensure its relevance and efficacy. What proposed actions need to be updated based on progress?
Approve Updated Actions
This task involves obtaining approval for the updated actions in the incident response plan. Consult the relevant stakeholders or decision-makers to review and authorize the proposed changes. Seek their feedback and make any necessary revisions before final approval. Who needs to approve the updated actions?
Post-Incident Review and Assessment
This task requires conducting a post-incident review and assessment. Evaluate the effectiveness of the incident response, identify any gaps or areas for improvement, and document lessons learned. Assess the overall response time, resource allocation, and coordination between teams. What are the findings of the post-incident review and assessment?
Approval: Post-Incident Review and Assessment
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Post-Incident Review and Assessment
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Document and Archive Incident Response Records
This task involves documenting and archiving the incident response records. Compile all relevant documents, reports, logs, and evidence related to the incident response. Store them securely and ensure their accessibility for future reference or legal requirements. Archive the incident response records.