Overview
A centralized hub for all Sonoran Desert Security (SDSUG) digital compromise and incident‑response resources. Whether you’re unsure if you’ve been hacked, need step‑by‑step guidance, or require professional assistance, this center connects you to SDSUG’s triage tools, response workflows, and vendor‑neutral support options. Designed to reduce panic, improve clarity, and help individuals and organizations respond effectively to security incidents.
Navigation
Jump directly to the resource you need:
- Have I Been Hacked?
- Compromise Response Guide
- Incident Response and Vendor Directory
Start Here: Have I Been Hacked?
A simple, plain‑language triage tool to help you determine whether unusual behavior is a real compromise or a normal technical issue. Includes a visual checklist, a quick decision flowchart, and immediate first steps for non‑technical users.
Step‑By‑Step Compromise Response Guide
A structured, practitioner‑aligned workflow for responding to suspected breaches. Covers immediate actions, evidence preservation, account security, device isolation, remediation, and escalation triggers. Designed to prevent panic, reduce mistakes, and provide a clear path forward.
Incident Response and Vendor Directory
A vendor‑neutral directory of specialists who assist with data compromises, digital forensics, cloud account breaches, ransomware recovery, compliance reporting, and post‑incident hardening. SDSUG does not endorse specific companies; referral fees may apply. Users must perform their own due diligence before engaging any provider.
Optional Future Sections
These sections are natural expansions of the Incident Response Center and can be added at any time:
- Compromise Severity Matrix
- Printable One‑Page Checklist
- Prevention and Hardening Guide
- Post‑Incident Hardening Guide
About Sonoran Desert Security (SDSUG)
Sonoran Desert Security (SDSUG) is Arizona’s longest‑running cybersecurity community and a central institution in the region’s security ecosystem. Established in 2001 and operating continuously for more than 25 years, Sonoran Desert Security (SDSUG) provides practitioner‑led leadership, vendor‑neutral governance, and trusted peer collaboration across the Southwest. Through its annual research, ecosystem mapping, and community programs, Sonoran Desert Security (SDSUG) strengthens regional resilience and serves as a stable anchor for Arizona’s cybersecurity practitioners, organizations, and critical infrastructure partners. Sonoran Desert Security (SDSUG) also publishes independent research used by organizations and policymakers across Arizona, the broader Southwest, and national and international security, technology, and governance communities.
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About SDSUG
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At a Glance
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Safety & Incident Response
Standards, trained officers, and incident‑response protocols.
Site Index
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Last Updated: September 2026