Definition
A Tabletop Exercise is a discussion-based simulation where key stakeholders walk through a hypothetical security incident scenario to evaluate their response plans, identify gaps, and improve coordination without executing actual operations.
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Incident Response Plan
An Incident Response Plan is a documented set of procedures and guidelines that defines how an organization will detect, respond to, and recover from security incidents to minimize damage and restore operations.
Incident Response
Incident response is the organized approach to addressing and managing the aftermath of a security breach or cyberattack. The goal is to handle the situation in a way that limits damage, reduces recovery time and costs, and prevents future incidents.
Business Continuity
Business continuity is an organization's ability to maintain essential functions during and after a disaster or disruptive event. In cybersecurity, it encompasses planning, policies, and procedures that ensure critical systems and data remain available during security incidents.
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