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Ransomware Emergency Kit

When a ransomware attack is confirmed, the first hour of response is the most consequential. The decisions made in that window — what to isolate, what to preserve, who to notify, and how to communicate — determine whether the incident stays contained or expands to additional systems and business units. This guide provides a structured emergency response framework for IT teams actively dealing with a confirmed ransomware incident, covering the immediate technical containment steps, the internal and external notification chain, the evidence preservation actions required for forensics and insurance claims, and the decision framework for evaluating recovery options. Teams that work through this guide before an incident occurs will respond faster and more effectively when one does.