A security analyst is finalizing an incident response report following a significant data breach. The Chief Information Officer (CIO) needs to present the key findings to the board of directors. This audience is non-technical and is primarily concerned with business impact, regulatory obligations, and the overall effectiveness of the response. Which section of the report should the analyst prioritize and tailor for this specific communication?
The correct answer is 'The executive summary'. The executive summary is designed specifically to provide a high-level, non-technical overview of an incident for leadership and other non-technical stakeholders. It focuses on the business impact, the scope of the event, and the most important outcomes of the response effort, which directly addresses the concerns of a board of directors. The detailed timeline, root cause analysis, and evidence-handling logs are critical parts of the full report but contain a level of technical detail that is inappropriate for this audience.
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