AI Incident Response and Recovery Checklist

Develop and implement AI-specific incident response procedures that address unique AI failure modes, security incidents, and ethical breaches. Include playbooks for different types of AI incidents and ensure they are integrated with the organization's overall incident response plan.

Implement and test AI system rollback capabilities, including version control, configuration backups, and deployment automation. Conduct regular rollback tests to ensure capabilities function as expected during incidents.

Establish comprehensive backup procedures for AI assets, including models, training data, and configurations, with regular testing of restoration processes. Implement automated backup solutions and ensure they are properly secured.

Develop and test a business continuity plan that addresses AI system failures, including alternative processes and recovery time objectives. Ensure the plan includes manual fallback procedures for critical AI-dependent processes.

Implement post-incident analysis processes for AI-related incidents, including root cause analysis, impact assessment, and improvement recommendations. Establish a structured methodology for analyzing AI incidents and tracking remediation actions.

Provide specialized training for incident response team members on AI-specific incident scenarios, including technical, ethical, and reputational aspects. Conduct regular tabletop exercises and simulations for AI incident scenarios.