5 Questions
What is recommended regarding notifying LEA representatives during an incident?
Give documents to everyone expected to play a role in advance
Why should a company develop an incident staffing and stakeholder plan?
To have a plan for roles and notifications during an incident
What is the purpose of conducting an attack simulation exercise or TTX?
To present a scenario for the team to role-play an incident
Why does the text suggest selecting an outside technical resource/firm to investigate potential compromises?
To investigate potential compromises independently
What is the significance of preparing press responses in advance according to the text?
To have a 'holding statement' ready in case of media inquiries
Study Notes
Incident Response Plan (IRP)
- An IRP is a written document that helps an organization prepare for, respond to, and recover from a cybersecurity incident.
- The IRP should be formally approved by the senior leadership team.
- The plan clarifies roles and responsibilities and provides guidance on key activities during a security incident.
Pre-Incident Preparation
- Train all staff on their role in maintaining and improving organizational security.
- Ensure staff know how to report suspicious events.
- Foster a culture of security by rewarding staff who report suspicious events.
- Review the IRP with an attorney to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Meet with the local CISA regional team, including Protective Security Advisors (PSAs), Cybersecurity Advisors (CSAs), and Emergency Communications Division Coordinators.
- Coordinate with local law enforcement agencies (LEAs) and FBI representatives, with guidance from your attorney.
Learn about Incident Response Plans, a crucial document for organizations to deal with security incidents effectively. Understand the key components, role clarifications, and pre-incident preparation strategies.
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