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Training Camp • Cybersecurity Glossary
An Incident Escalation Matrix is a predetermined hierarchical structure outlining the steps and levels of authority to be followed in escalating and responding to cybersecurity incidents within an organization.
Incident Escalation Matrix Definition: An Incident Escalation Matrix is a predetermined hierarchical structure outlining the steps and levels of authority to be followed in escalating and responding to cybersecurity incidents within an organization.
Incident Escalation Matrix is a predefined set of procedures and criteria used to determine the severity of a cybersecurity incident and the appropriate response actions to take. It outlines the escalation path for incidents based on their impact and risk level, guiding incident response teams on when and how to involve higher management or specialized teams to effectively address and mitigate the incident.
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