What is one of the conditions for activating the recovery plan?

Activating a recovery plan typically hinges on specific triggering events that necessitate a response to restore normal operations or to protect critical infrastructure. The occurrence of a successful cyber attack is such a condition, as it signifies a breach or disruption that directly impacts the integrity, confidentiality, or availability of critical systems and data.

This condition highlights the importance of a proactive and reactive approach to cybersecurity within the framework of NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP). When a successful attack occurs, the recovery plan provides a structured methodology for the organization to follow, ensuring that necessary steps are taken to mitigate damage, investigate the incident, and restore systems to operational status efficiently.

In contrast, regular audits, software installations, and training sessions, while vital for maintaining cybersecurity hygiene and preparedness, do not themselves represent immediate threats or incidents that trigger the need for recovery efforts. These activities are more aligned with enhancing security posture rather than responding to an active threat. Thus, they would not qualify as conditions for activating a recovery plan.