Incident Response & Recovery
Developing and executing effective response plans for cyber incidents in critical energy infrastructure
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Section 4 of 5When Prevention Fails: Incident Response
Despite the best preventive measures, cyber incidents will occur. Effective incident response minimizes damage, reduces recovery time, and prevents future occurrences. The key is preparation, speed, and coordination.
Energy sector incidents can have cascading effects on critical infrastructure, making rapid and effective response essential for maintaining grid stability and public safety.
Incident Response Simulation
SCADA System Compromise
An unauthorized actor has gained access to the industrial control system managing grid frequency regulation.
Impact: Potential for cascading grid instability
Detection & Analysis
Identify and assess the security incident
Containment
Limit the spread and impact of the incident
Eradication
Remove the root cause and prevent re-infection
Recovery
Restore systems and return to normal operations
Lessons Learned
Review the incident and improve future response
NIST Incident Response Phases
Critical Success Factors
- ⚡Speed: Rapid detection and response
- 👥Coordination: Clear roles and communication
- 📋Preparation: Pre-defined playbooks and tools
- 🔄Adaptability: Flexible response to unique incidents
- 📈Continuous Improvement: Learn from each incident