Healthcare Cybersecurity Incident Response Checklist
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Detection & Identification
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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