Cyber Security - Cyber Recovery Strategy

IMPORTANT: Disaster Recovery is not the same as Cybersecurity Recovery

  • It is a common misconception that disaster recovery and cybersecurity recovery are one and the same.
  • Although they are similar and have some overlap, disaster recovery’s primary objective is to provide business continuity after disruption from man-made or natural causes.
  • Security recovery, on the other hand, protects data assets after a data breach.

Disaster Recovery PlanSecurity Recovery Plan
Primary ObjectiveProvide business continuity after disruption from man-made or natural causes.Protect data assets after a data breach.
Response RequirementsOpen communication with stakeholders, focus on rapid data recovery.A stealthy approach that includes evidence collection and preservation, and route cause analysis.
Tactical DifferencesRapid, accurate data recovery.Protective controls focused on preventing future loss.
Plan ManagementDedicated team that focuses on best practices and lessons learned from disaster recovery experiences.Dedicated team that keeps up to date on new cyber security threats and modifies the plan accordingly.