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Your business just experienced a data breach. How can you contain it without disrupting operations?

How would you handle a data breach while keeping business running smoothly? Share your strategies.

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Your business just experienced a data breach. How can you contain it without disrupting operations?

How would you handle a data breach while keeping business running smoothly? Share your strategies.

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    Alexia Wong

    Tuition teacher. Earned Community Top Voice Badge in Teaching in '23 and Community Top Voice Badge in Cybersecurity in '24.

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    To contain it without disrupting operations, you need to first assess how much data has been breached. This is so that you would know if it would make a negative impact on your business or not. You need to then try to cease using the parts that have been affected if possible. This is to avoid it from causing more of your information from being breached or leaked out. You should also have a backup plan such as a special firewall or defense system that would be activated when a data breach occurs. This is to avoid the operation of your business from being affected.

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    Ganapathy SivaSubramanian Krishnan

    Cognizant | IIM Tiruchirappalli

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    First, isolate the breach by identifying affected systems and limiting access. Then, activate the incident response plan to patch vulnerabilities and monitor for further threats. Meanwhile, keep core operations running on unaffected systems. Clear internal communication and transparency with customers help maintain trust during containment.

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    Santosh Kumar FIP, CISSP, PMP, CISA, CHFI, AIGP

    Cybersecurity & Data Protection Leader | CISO & DPO Expertise | GenAI Architect | Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) 🏫 IIT Madras| IIM Indore

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    "Crisis reveals character; preparation reveals foresight." 🎯 Activate incident response team immediately 🎯 Isolate affected systems without total shutdown 🎯 Deploy segmentation to contain lateral movement 🎯 Preserve forensic evidence before remediation 🎯 Identify breach vector and patch vulnerabilities 🎯 Implement parallel systems for critical operations 🎯 Rotate all credentials organization-wide 🎯 Monitor for unusual activity across all endpoints 🎯 Communicate transparently with stakeholders 🎯 Engage legal/PR teams for compliance guidance 🎯 Establish triage process for operational priorities 🎯 Deploy temporary security controls at perimeters 🎯 Document all actions for post-incident analysis

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    Folasade Adegoke

    Cybersecurity Leader | Cloud & Risk Expert | Award-Winning Career Coach & Speaker | EdTech Founder | Advisory Board Member | Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch

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    A data breach response requires both speed and strategy. Containment should be immediate—isolating affected systems, revoking compromised credentials, and identifying the root cause. At the same time, clear communication with stakeholders and a well-prepared incident response plan help maintain business continuity

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    Sheel Patel

    Entrepreneur / Sales / Marketing / Consulting

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    A data breach doesn't have to bring business to a halt. At SG Computers, we contain threats fast with 24/7 SOC monitoring, proactive patching, and rapid device isolation—so your team stays productive. Our Gold Package includes backups, endpoint protection, and expert advisors who act fast when every second counts. Recovery starts before the breach ever happens. Is your IT ready for that moment?

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    PETER OJWANG

    IT Manager| IT infrastructure and Network Leader| Senior System & Network Administrator| Certified Cyber Security Professional (CCSP)

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    To contain a data breach without disrupting operations: 1.Isolate the Threat – Disconnect affected systems, revoke compromised credentials, and block malicious activity while keeping core functions running. 2.Assess Impact – Identify accessed data, affected users, and attack vectors through log analysis. 3.Contain & Neutralize – Apply patches, enforce password resets, and monitor for anomalies. 4.Ensure Business Continuity – Activate backups and disaster recovery solutions. 5.Investigate & Strengthen Security – Conduct forensic analysis, enhance security controls, and implement MFA. 6.Regulatory Compliance – Report as required and notify stakeholders. 7.Prevent Future Attacks – Train staff, upgrade defenses & refine incident response plans.

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    I would immediately isolate affected systems, revoke compromised credentials, and apply critical patches all while keeping business operations running on backup systems. Our ongoing forensic investigation and enhanced monitoring will ensure long-term protection against future breaches.

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    Alexander Dvoynin

    Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing Enthusiast | Strategic Cash Flow Planner & Forecasting Manager @ Brink’s Inc

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    To contain a data breach without disrupting operations, immediately isolate affected systems to prevent further spread while keeping essential services running. Conduct a rapid assessment to identify the scope of the breach and determine which data was compromised. Implement temporary security measures, such as enforcing stricter access controls and monitoring network activity, to mitigate ongoing risks. Communicate transparently with stakeholders, including employees, customers, and regulatory bodies, while ensuring business continuity. Finally, analyze the breach’s root cause, patch vulnerabilities, and strengthen security protocols to prevent future incidents.

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    Daniel Dominguez Bender

    Lead Technical Analyst | 10+ Years IT Experience | Service Management & Troubleshooting | SIP & VoIP Services | Master’s in Cybersecurity & Privacy | Pentesting Enthusiast & Cybersecurity Advocate

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    Experiencing a data breach demands swift action. First, the affected systems should be isolated to prevent further spread while ensuring minimal disruption. Simultaneously, activate the incident response plan, prioritizing communication with relevant teams. In my company, annual security trainings ensure preparedness for such scenarios. Transparent updates to stakeholders maintain trust. Focus on patching vulnerabilities and restoring operations promptly. Continuous monitoring and improvements to security protocols are essential for preventing future breaches while keeping the business running smoothly.

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