Incident response refers to the structured approach taken by organizations to manage and mitigate the impact of security incidents. It involves a series of steps, including preparation, detection, containment, eradication, recovery, and lessons learned.

During the preparation phase, organizations develop incident response plans, establish communication channels, and define roles and responsibilities. Detection involves monitoring systems for signs of security breaches or abnormal activity, often aided by security tools and technologies.

Once an incident is detected, the focus shifts to containment, where efforts are made to prevent further spread of the incident and limit its impact. This may involve isolating affected systems, blocking malicious traffic, or taking other preventive measures.

The eradication phase involves removing the cause of the incident from the affected systems, such as removing malware or closing security vulnerabilities. Recovery efforts focus on restoring affected systems to normal operation and ensuring business continuity.

Finally, the incident response process concludes with a review of lessons learned, where organizations analyze the incident response process to identify areas for improvement and update their incident response plans accordingly.

By implementing effective incident response procedures, organizations can minimize the impact of security incidents, reduce downtime, and protect their assets and reputation.