Mitigating cyber security incidents

A cyber security incident happens when someone accesses, disrupts or damages systems, networks or data without permission. Examples include ransomware attacks, data breaches, phishing scams and service outages. Organisations should have a clear process to manage these incidents.They should prepare in advance, detect and identify threats quickly, and act to contain them to reduce damage. They should then remove the cause of the incident and recover systems safely. Ongoing monitoring helps make sure the issue does not return. Reviewing what happened helps organisations improve future responses. Following these steps helps reduce the impact of cyber attacks, protects important information and supports faster recovery.