According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) cybersecurity framework, incident handling activities...

[Reference: NIST Special Publication 800-61, "Computer Security Incident Handling Guide" NIST Incident Handling, Detailed Process:, Step 1: Detect the compromised host through monitoring and analysis., Step 2: Assess the impact and scope of the compromise., Step 3: Quarantine the compromised host to prevent further spread. This can involve disconnecting the host from the network or applying strict network segmentation., Step 4: Document the containment actions and proceed to the eradication phase to remove the threat completely., Step 5: After eradication, initiate the recovery phase to restore normal operations and ensure that the host is securely reintegrated into the network., Importance of Containment:, Containment is critical in mitigating the immediate impact of an incident and preventing further damage. It buys time for responders to investigate and remediate the threat effectively., Reference: SANS Institute, "Incident Handler's Handbook" SANS Incident Handling, References:, NIST Special Publication 800-61, "Computer Security Incident Handling Guide", SANS Institute, "Incident Handler's Handbook", By quarantining a compromised host during the containment phase, organizations can effectively limit the spread of the incident and protect their network from further compromise., , , ]