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Mitigating damage after a data breach

 

Mitigating damage after a data breach

Data breach refers to the unauthorized access or exposure of sensitive information, typically resulting from a cyberattack or a security failure. It occurs when malicious actors exploit vulnerabilities in an organization’s systems, networks, or devices to steal, manipulate, or expose confidential data.

Mitigate damages after a data breach requires a combination of technical, non-technical, and legal approaches to minimize harm, restore operations, and comply with legislation.


Technical solutions to contain and prevent further compromises:

·         Isolated affected systems from the network to prevent any ongoing data exfiltration and data loss.

·         A forensic investigation should follow, preserving logs and creating digital forensic copies of affected systems for analysis.

·         Reset passwords and revoke access for affected accounts and system.

·         Disable unauthorized access by blocking malicious IPs and unauthorized accounts.

·         Identify if malware or vulnerabilities were exploited by Perform Malware & Threat Analysis and review access control to enforce least privilege are essential for hardening the environment.

·         Strengthening authentication through multi-factor authentication (MFA) to ensure data integrity and security

·         Restoring data from secure, verified and encrypted backups.

·         Apply security patches and software updates to fix vulnerabilities.

·         Ensure stored and transmitted data remains encrypted to prevent misuse.

 

Non-technical solutions:

  • Ensure compliance with data protection laws, aligning responses with GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and NIS Regulations for network security.
  • Report to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) within 72 hours, as required by GDPR.
  • Notify affected individuals if there is a risk to their rights and freedoms.
  • Inform regulatory bodies in sectors like finance or healthcare, complying with industry-specific laws.
  • Engage legal teams to address potential lawsuits or penalties.
  • Provide accurate and timely information to regulators, customers, and stakeholders.

 

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