How ATS Responds When BEC Strikes
Step 1:
Immediate Forensic Investigation
Our Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) team begins by tracing the breach. We map out:
- The origin of the attack (spoofed or compromised account)
- The scope of exposure (which users, messages, and systems were affected)
- How the attack bypassed existing defenses
Using forensic tools, we review headers, mailbox rules, login logs, and IP activity to accurately and discreetly reconstruct the attacker’s movements.
Step 2:
Containment and Access Control
Once we identify how the attacker gained access—or impersonated someone—we take swift action:
- Locking compromised accounts
- Forcing password resets
- Disabling unauthorized forwarding rules or app integrations
- Isolating affected systems from broader access
Simultaneously, we work with leadership to coordinate secure internal communications and prevent further spread or confusion.
Step 3:
Executive Briefing and Impact Report
We deliver a clear, executive-level summary of:
- What happened
- When and how it was detected
- What actions were taken
- What vulnerabilities were exploited
- Recommendations moving forward
This report supports internal accountability, board reporting, and compliance documentation.
Step 4:
Long-Term Safeguards and Monitoring
After the incident is resolved, ATS doesn’t walk away. We offer:
- User behavior monitoring to detect post-breach activity
- Reassessment of vendor access and email flow
- Follow-up phishing simulations to test resilience
- Guidance on incorporating the breach into ongoing training programs
A BEC attack doesn’t have to define your organization, but how you respond to it will.
Protect What BEC Attacks Are Targeting
ATS brings the right combination of security leadership, hands-on response, and implementation expertise to stop BEC threats at every stage—from attempted intrusion to recovery. If you’re dealing with a BEC incident now or want to prevent the next one, we’re ready to help.
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