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INCIDENT RESPONSE PLAN (IRP)#1
A structured document outlining an organization's approach to managing cybersecurity incidents, detailing roles, responsibilities, and procedures.
RISK ASSESSMENT#2
The process of identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing risks to minimize their impact on an organization.
CYBER INCIDENT#3
An event that threatens the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information or systems, requiring a response.
NIST CYBERSECURITY FRAMEWORK#4
A voluntary framework providing guidelines for managing cybersecurity risks, focusing on five core functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover.
ISO/IEC 27035#5
An international standard for incident management that provides a systematic approach to managing information security incidents.
POST-INCIDENT ANALYSIS#6
A review process conducted after an incident to evaluate responses, identify lessons learned, and improve future incident handling.
SIMULATION EXERCISE#7
A practical drill designed to test an organization's incident response capabilities through realistic scenarios.
TABLETOP EXERCISE#8
A discussion-based simulation where stakeholders walk through their response to a hypothetical incident, identifying strengths and weaknesses.
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT#9
Involvement of relevant parties in the incident response process to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
FAIR MODEL#10
A quantitative risk assessment framework that focuses on the financial impact of risks to prioritize security measures.
COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS#11
Established guidelines for information sharing and communication during incidents to ensure clarity and coordination.
LEGAL COMPLIANCE#12
Adherence to laws and regulations governing data protection and cybersecurity, essential for incident response planning.
CYBER THREAT INTELLIGENCE#13
Information that helps organizations understand potential threats, enabling proactive measures against cyber incidents.
INCIDENT HANDLER#14
A designated individual responsible for managing and coordinating responses to cybersecurity incidents.
RESPONSE TEAM#15
A group of professionals assigned to manage and execute the incident response plan during a cyber incident.
IMPACT ANALYSIS#16
The assessment of the potential consequences of a cyber incident on an organization’s operations and assets.
VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT#17
The process of identifying weaknesses in an organization's systems that could be exploited during a cyber incident.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT#18
An ongoing effort to enhance incident response capabilities based on lessons learned and evolving threats.
COMPLIANCE OFFICER#19
A professional responsible for ensuring that an organization adheres to legal and regulatory requirements.
INCIDENT RESPONSE FRAMEWORK#20
A structured approach that outlines the processes and best practices for responding to cybersecurity incidents.
MALWARE#21
Malicious software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems.
DATA BREACH#22
An incident where unauthorized access to sensitive data occurs, potentially leading to data loss or exposure.
THREAT LANDSCAPE#23
The current environment of potential risks and vulnerabilities that organizations face in cybersecurity.
RISK MATRICES#24
Tools used to visualize and prioritize risks based on their likelihood and impact.
REMEDIATION PLAN#25
A strategy developed to address and mitigate identified vulnerabilities after an incident.