Ransomware Response Documentation Form
Incident Summary
Date & Time of Incident
Reported By
Affected Location(s) / Department(s)
Short Incident Description
Detection & Initial Response
How was the Ransomware Detected?
Initial Actions Taken
System Impact
Systems/Devices Affected
Type of Data/Files Impacted
Evidence of Encryption/Ransom Note
Containment & Eradication
Containment Steps Taken
Eradication Steps Taken
Recovery
Recovery Process
Was Backup Used?
Yes
No
Systems Restored
Communication
Internal Notification & Escalation
External Notification (e.g., authorities, clients)
Lessons Learned & Recommendations
Root Cause Analysis
Recommendations / Improvements