Free Incident Response Test Plan

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I. Introduction

This Incident Response Test Plan outlines the procedures and guidelines for testing [Your Company Name]'s incident response capabilities. The primary objective is to evaluate and enhance our readiness to detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents effectively.

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II. Roles and Responsibilities

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III. Test Scenarios

Phishing Attack

• Simulate an email phishing campaign to assess [Your Company Name]'s ability to detect and mitigate phishing attempts.

Malware Outbreak

• Create a scenario involving the malware outbreak within the network to evaluate response procedures and containment measures.

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IV. Testing Procedures

Preparation

• Notify relevant stakeholders about the upcoming test and ensure all necessary resources are available.

Execution

• Conduct the test according to predefined scenarios, following established procedures and timelines.

Monitoring

• Continuously monitor the test progress, documenting observations and any deviations from the plan.

Debriefing

• Hold a post-test debriefing session to discuss findings, identify strengths and weaknesses, and document lessons learned.

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V. Evaluation Criteria

Detection Time

• Measure the time taken to detect simulated incidents from the initial trigger.

Response Time

• Evaluate the speed and effectiveness of the response actions taken to contain and mitigate the incident.

Communication Effectiveness

• Assess the clarity and timeliness of communication among team members and stakeholders during the test.

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VI. Communication Plan

Internal Communication

• Utilize designated communication channels (e.g., email, instant messaging) to share updates and instructions.

External Communication

• Prepare templates for communicating with external parties (e.g., vendors, customers) in the event of a real incident.

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VII. Post-Test Activities

Analysis

• Analyze test results, identify areas for improvement, and document observations.

Documentation

• Update incident response documentation based on lessons learned and best practices identified during the test.

Training

• Schedule training sessions to address any gaps or deficiencies identified during the test.

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VIII. Appendices

Contact List

• List of key contacts and their roles during an incident.

Checklists

• Checklists for incident detection, containment, and recovery processes.

Templates

• Templates for incident communication, including notifications and status updates.

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