Mitigating a live cyber attack requires a well-planned and quick response to minimize damage and prevent the attacker from achieving their objectives. Here are some best practices for mitigating a cyber attack:
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- Gather information. Collect as much information as possible about the attack, including the type of attack, the methods used, and the systems affected. This information will help you determine the scope of the attack and develop a response plan.
- Develop a response plan. Work with your team to develop a response plan that outlines the steps you will take to contain and neutralize the attack. Make sure everyone understands their roles and responsibilities.
- Implement the response plan. Follow the response plan to contain and neutralize the attack. This may involve restoring systems from backups, applying patches or security updates, or using intrusion detection and prevention systems.
- Notify relevant parties. Notify relevant parties, such as law enforcement, partners, and customers, about the attack. This helps to ensure that everyone is aware of the situation and can take appropriate action to protect themselves.
- Review and update security measure. After the attack has been contained, review your security measures and update them as needed to prevent similar attacks in the future.
Here is an example of a case study that demonstrates these best practices in action:
Case Study: In 2018, a major airline company experienced a cyber attack that resulted in the theft of sensitive customer data. The company quickly responded by following the best practices listed above. The airline company was able to quickly respond to the attack and minimize the damage to its systems and customer data.