Incident Communication

Noun · Security & Infosec

Definitions

  1. The structured sharing of accurate information during a security incident among responders, executives, legal teams, customers, regulators, or the public. Good incident communication balances speed, clarity, containment, and evidentiary caution.

    In plain English: Coordinating what is communicated during a security incident and to whom.

    Example: "The technical response was solid, but weak incident communication left executives and customers confused about the scope."

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