READ TIME: 7 minutes
WHO IT'S FOR: IT leaders that want to prepare for extortion attempts, which often result from Ransomware incidents. Or, IT and Cybersecurity team members responsible for security awareness training. The contents of the playbook do include templates that will (with some customization for your specific organization) be employee-facing as well.
WHAT'S IN IT: This playbook defines what Multi-level Extortion (MLE) is, and offers guidelines, challenges, and steps to overcome them. It includes employee-facing information and resources. Finally, it references templates that can help with extortion attempts or other cybersecurity incidents as well.
HOW IT HELPS: These templates allow you to prepare for this specific and common threat, often vectored through your employees, function heads, system owners and even leadership team. It provides guidance to would-be victims, as well as a framework and resources for those tasked with defending your organization.