A financial services company has experienced a significant data breach, exposing customer names and transaction histories. The incident has been contained, and the response team is working on remediation. The CEO asks the cybersecurity analyst for guidance on the most critical principle to follow when the public relations team communicates with the media. Which of the following is the most important guidance the analyst can provide?
Controlling the disclosure of sensitive information while providing sufficient details to inform the public
Initiating immediate legal action against media outlets that report on the incident
Prioritizing internal communication over all public disclosure
Using technical jargon to ensure the accuracy of the information provided
The correct answer is 'Controlling the disclosure of sensitive information while providing sufficient details to inform the public'. This is the core challenge of crisis communication following a security breach. It is essential to be transparent to maintain public trust and provide necessary information, without releasing sensitive operational details, private data, or unverified information that could exacerbate the incident, aid other attackers, or create legal liabilities. The incorrect answers represent common pitfalls or secondary concerns that are not as critical as managing the core message.
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