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Healthcare Cybersecurity Incident Response Checklist

Minimize disruption and protect patient data. This Healthcare Cybersecurity Incident Response Checklist provides a step-by-step guide to effectively handle breaches, ensuring rapid recovery and continuous compliance. Download now for peace of mind.

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Detection & Identification

1 of 7

Initial steps to recognize and confirm a potential cybersecurity incident.

Date of Suspected Incident

Time of Suspected Incident

Initial Detection Method

Description of Initial Alert/Observation

Affected System(s) - Initial Assessment

Severity Score (if applicable)

Potential Indicators of Compromise (IOCs)

Containment

2 of 7

Actions to limit the scope and impact of the incident.

Affected System Type

Compromised Services

Number of Affected Users (Estimate)

Date System Isolated

Time System Isolated

Detailed Description of Isolation Actions

Isolation Method

Eradication

3 of 7

Removing the threat actor, malicious code, or vulnerability from the system.

Description of Malware/Threat Actor

Number of Affected Systems Initially

Compromised System Roles (e.g., Server, Workstation)

Malware Sample (if available)

Detailed Removal Steps Performed

Date Eradication Steps Completed

Time Eradication Steps Completed

Recovery

4 of 7

Restoring affected systems and data to normal operation.

System Restoration Start Date

System Restoration Start Time

Number of Affected Systems Restored

Detailed Description of Restoration Process

Data Integrity Verification Method

Date of Full System Validation

Signature of Recovery Team Lead

Post-Incident Activity

5 of 7

Reviewing the incident, documenting lessons learned, and implementing corrective actions.

Detailed Incident Narrative

Estimated Financial Impact (USD)

Root Cause Categories

Date of Incident Report Completion

Proposed Corrective Actions

Action Plan Status

Supporting Documentation (Logs, Screenshots)

Communication & Reporting

6 of 7

Internal and external communication protocols and reporting requirements.

Incident Severity Level

Summary of Communication Actions Taken

Number of Individuals Notified (Internal)

Number of Individuals Notified (External)

Date of Initial Notification

Time of Initial Notification

Primary Communication Channel Used

Notes on Communication Effectiveness

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

7 of 7

Ensuring adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and contractual obligations (e.g., HIPAA breach notification).

Breach Notification Triggered?

Date of Breach Discovery

Estimated Number of Records Affected

Summary of Legal Consultation Performed

State Breach Notification Laws Applicable?

Documentation of Legal Review

Description of steps taken to comply with HIPAA Breach Notification Rule

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