Lifecycle of a Cyber Incident: Stages and Vendor Support

Every cyber incident unfolds fast—and how you respond in the first moments can define the outcome. From the critical step of engaging your insurance carrier at the outset to understanding the roles of various vendors brought in to investigate, contain, and remediate, we’ll walk through the early decisions that can either streamline recovery or create costly delays.

McDonald Hopkins' Blair Dawson and Elizabeth Carroll will provide a high-level overview of today’s most common incidents, setting the stage for a practical, real-world look at what actually happens when systems are compromised.

Topics include:

• Overview of common types of cyber incidents
• Importance of engaging insurance carriers early
• Value of coordinating efforts across key vendors
• Navigating critical legal considerations
• Managing internal and external communications effectively