1. Contain the breach to prevent further access or theft of data. Isolate compromised systems.
2. Determine the scope of data exposure and who was impacted. Conduct an investigation.
3. Notify impacted individuals as soon as possible of the breach and what data was exposed. Provide guidance on next steps.
4. Offer identity protection services or credit monitoring to impacted individuals. Consider legal obligations for notification.
5. Review security measures and response plans. Patch vulnerabilities and strengthen defenses to prevent future incidents.