🚨 Free Data Breach Response Plan

Data Breach Response Plan

Executive one-pager with step-by-step incident response procedures. Be prepared for security incidents with our comprehensive response plan template.

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⚠️ Critical Success Factors

Speed is critical - First 72 hours determine success of response

Legal compliance - Failure to notify can result in fines up to €20M (GDPR)

Communication consistency - Single point of truth, avoid speculation

Business impact - Average data breach costs $4.88M globally

🎯 For Security Teams

Preserve evidence before containment actions

Document everything - All actions, times, and decisions

Coordinate closely with legal and communications teams

Focus on eradication not just containment

Immediate Response

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Response Team Contact Information

Keep this information current and accessible 24/7

Preparation Requirements

Complete these items before an incident occurs

Response team roles assigned and contact information current

Communication templates pre-approved by legal

Forensic investigation firm pre-contracted

Cyber insurance policy reviewed and current

Employee training completed on incident response

Tabletop exercises conducted quarterly

Legal counsel familiar with applicable breach notification laws

Backup and recovery procedures tested and verified

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