In the realm of sports, playbooks serve as strategic roadmaps. A similar concept applies to cybersecurity, where an updated security playbook, also known as an incident response plan, equips IT teams with a targeted strategy to mitigate risks in the event of an attack.
However, a significant number of companies lack a comprehensive security playbook. Instead, they resort to ad hoc responses that offer short-term relief but fail to address the underlying issues. Surprisingly, 36 percent of midsized companies don’t have a formal incident response plan, and while most back up their data, 58 percent don’t perform daily backup testing.
This article delves into the crucial elements that companies should incorporate into their cybersecurity playbook, emphasizes the importance of regular updates, and underscores the necessity of having a playbook in place prior to a security incident.
Inclusion Criteria for a Cybersecurity Playbook
Recent data reveals that over 72 percent of global firms have encountered ransomware attacks in the past year. These attacks often stem from spam emails and malicious links that compromise staff accounts. Consequently, it is imperative for companies to be proactive rather than reactive. A well-structured security playbook should encompass:
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