Understanding Security Incidents: Risks, Response & Impact

Security incident refers to any event that poses a threat to the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of an organization’s information systems. Understanding security incidents is crucial for organizations to effectively detect, respond to, and mitigate potential threats.

It includes:

• Security incidents can pose a threat to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems.
• Common types of security incidents include malware attacks, data breaches, and phishing scams.
• Incident response plans are essential for organizations to effectively manage and contain security incidents.