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Incident Response Playbooks

Ready-to-use procedures for your security operations

19
Playbooks
4
Categories
5
Free Downloads

What are Incident Response Playbooks?

Incident response playbooks are step-by-step procedures that guide your team through handling security incidents consistently and effectively. Each playbook includes:

Step-by-step procedures

Clear actions to take at each phase

Ready-to-use checklists

Ensure nothing is missed

Evidence collection guides

Know what to preserve

Communication templates

Stakeholder messaging ready to go

Featured Playbooks

Start with these free playbooks—no account required

beginner

Phishing Response Basics

Essential steps for responding to a reported phishing email, from initial triage to remediation.

6 steps30-60 min
beginner

Malware Triage Fundamentals

Basic procedures for initial malware analysis and containment when malware is detected on a system.

6 steps1-2 hours
beginner

First Responder Checklist

Universal first steps for any security incident, designed for IT staff who may be first on scene.

5 steps15-30 min
beginner

Account Compromise Quick Reference

Rapid response guide for when a user account is suspected or confirmed compromised.

5 steps30-60 min

Browse by Category

Initial Response

First responder procedures for when an incident is detected

3 playbooks3 free

Threat-Specific

Response procedures for specific attack types like ransomware, BEC, and insider threats

7 playbooks2 free

Technical Procedures

Detailed technical workflows for forensics, log analysis, and IOC collection

5 playbooks

Communication

Templates and procedures for stakeholder communication during incidents

4 playbooks

All Playbooks

Phishing Response Basics

Free

Essential steps for responding to a reported phishing email, from initial triage to remediation.

beginner

Malware Triage Fundamentals

Free

Basic procedures for initial malware analysis and containment when malware is detected on a system.

beginner

First Responder Checklist

Free

Universal first steps for any security incident, designed for IT staff who may be first on scene.

beginner

Account Compromise Quick Reference

Free

Rapid response guide for when a user account is suspected or confirmed compromised.

beginner

Incident Classification Matrix

Framework for classifying security incidents by type and severity to guide response priorities.

beginner

Ransomware Response Playbook

Comprehensive response procedures for ransomware attacks, from detection to recovery.

advanced

Business Email Compromise (BEC) Response

Response procedures for BEC attacks including wire fraud attempts and executive impersonation.

advanced

Insider Threat Investigation

Procedures for investigating potential insider threats, balancing security with legal and HR considerations.

advanced

Data Exfiltration Investigation

Investigation procedures for suspected or confirmed data exfiltration incidents.

advanced

Cryptominer Detection and Response

Procedures for detecting and responding to cryptocurrency mining malware on systems.

intermediate

Memory Forensics Basics

Fundamental procedures for capturing and analyzing system memory during incident response.

intermediate

Network Traffic Analysis for Incident Response

Procedures for capturing and analyzing network traffic during security incidents.

intermediate

Log Analysis Workflow

Systematic approach to analyzing logs during incident investigation.

intermediate

IOC Collection Guide

Standardized procedures for collecting and documenting indicators of compromise.

beginner

Endpoint Forensics Collection

Procedures for forensic evidence collection from Windows and Linux endpoints.

intermediate

Executive Briefing Template

Template for briefing executive leadership on security incidents.

intermediate

Legal Notification Checklist

Checklist for engaging legal counsel and managing legal aspects of incident response.

intermediate

Customer Communication Scripts

Communication templates for customer notification during security incidents.

intermediate

Escalation Matrix and Procedures

Escalation procedures and contact matrix for security incidents.

beginner

Unlock the Complete Playbook Library

All 19 playbooks are free, including advanced procedures for ransomware, insider threats, forensics, and executive communication. Join the community to discuss and apply them with peers.