What Happens in the First 60 Minutes of a Ransomware Attack Determines the Next 60 Days
The Mid-Market Guide to Ransomware Preparedness
Ransomware isn't just an IT problem, it's a business disruption event. This playbook gives leadership teams a practical framework for responding fast, minimizing damage, and recovering with confidence.
Why Companies Lose Control
No clear decision owner
Delayed executive response
Uncertainty around legal and insurance obligations
Backup recovery assumptions fail
The result is extended downtime and escalating cost.
What This Playbook Gives You
A clear executive framework for:
The first 60 minutes of response
Containing operational impact
Protecting insurance eligibility
Business impact time
Aligning leadership during a crisis
What's Inside
Executive response timeline (0-60 minutes)
Critical decision points during an attack
Full response framework: containment to recovery
Business impact and cost exposure
Readiness checklist for leadership teams