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The incident is contained to prevent further damage or spread. This phase involves isolating affected systems, networks, or processes and implementing short-term countermeasures to halt the attacker's actions.

Common containment strategies include disconnecting affected systems from the network, blocking malicious IP addresses, or disabling compromised user accounts. The primary objective is to limit the impact and scope of the incident while preserving evidence for further investigation.

A thorough analysis of the incident is performed to determine its root cause, the extent of the compromise, and the attacker's objectives. This involves collecting and analyzing data from various sources, such as logs, network traffic, and affected systems.

The investigation helps identify any vulnerabilities or weaknesses exploited by the attacker, assess the overall impact, and gather information required for effective eradication and recovery.

Once the incident has been contained and investigated, the next step is to eradicate the root cause and remove any traces of the attacker's presence in the environment.

This may involve patching vulnerabilities, removing malware, or repairing affected systems. It is crucial to address all identified security gaps to prevent recurrence or further exploitation.

The final phase of the IR process involves restoring affected systems, processes, and data to a fully functional and secure state. Collecting and analyzing data from various sources, such as logs, network traffic, and affected systems, is an essential part of this phase.

The recovery process should be carefully planned and executed to minimize disruptions and ensure that all systems are secure before returning to normal operations.