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INCIDENT RESPONSE PROCEDURES FOR DATA
BREACHES NEWEST 2025/2026 COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
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What are some strategies to mitigate DDoS attacks? - ANSWER-Utilize Cisco hardware/software features, add more web servers, and block users based on attack patterns.
What should be assessed to harden against DDoS attacks? - ANSWER- Evaluate newer equipment/software, check for viruses, assess training needs for network engineers, and consider simulating attacks.
What is the first step when unencrypted account data is found during support? - ANSWER-Determine the source of the unencrypted data and log the issue as an 'Urgent' security issue in the Project Tracking System.
What actions should be taken if unencrypted data is visible to an end- user? - ANSWER-Follow breach instructions and determine what information has been disclosed.
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What should be done if unencrypted data is not visible to an end-user?
- ANSWER-Prepare a delete operation to remove the data from the
database.
What is a key component of the incident response for unencrypted data? - ANSWER-Create an Incident Response Report detailing the extent of data storage.
What should the development team be reminded of to prevent unencrypted data issues? - ANSWER-The need to utilize sensitive data flags.
What is the response to discovering an unauthorized wireless access point? - ANSWER-Find and remove the unauthorized device from the network and check access logs.
What should be verified if the unauthorized access point is on the office network? - ANSWER-Verify that internal systems have not been compromised.
What is the first step in responding to a vendor breach affecting company data? - ANSWER-Determine which vendor was breached.
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What information should be gathered regarding the vendor breach? - ANSWER-VRS risk ranking, breach location, notification timing, and compromised data.
What actions should be taken regarding the vendor after a breach? - ANSWER-Assess containment, remediation, and consider discontinuing data transfers to the vendor.
What should be communicated to company staff following a vendor breach? - ANSWER-Awareness communications regarding the breach and its implications.
What is a critical step in the hardening procedure after discovering unauthorized access? - ANSWER-Inform employees and start re- education on policies.
What should be done to ensure compliance with security standards after a breach? - ANSWER-Re-run Credit Card Number search tools to identify any unencrypted data.
What is a potential consequence of a vendor breach? - ANSWER-Legal liabilities, penalties, and breach notification requirements.
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