When a Cyber Attack Hits, Every Minute Matters
Incident Response and Digital Forensics
Our incident response and digital forensics team helps UK organisations contain attacks, investigate what happened and get back to business with minimal disruption. From the first sign of trouble to the final report, we work fast, stay clear about what we find and help you make decisions with confidence.
- Certified Experts
- OSCP, CEH, CRTP & industry-certified testers.
- Real-World Approach
- Manual testing with real-world attack techniques.
- Actionable Reporting
- Detailed findings with clear risk ratings and remediation.
- Confidential & Secure
- Strict NDA, data protection & privacy practices.
// About This Service
Cyber Incidents Do Not Wait, Neither Do We
A security incident rarely announces itself at a convenient time. Systems lock up, files disappear, or an alert fires at two in the morning, and suddenly your team is trying to work out what happened while keeping the business running.
We exist for that moment. Our incident response and digital forensics specialists step in quickly, work out the scope of the attack and guide you through containment, investigation and recovery, so decisions are based on evidence rather than guesswork.
- Faster Containment That Limits the Spread and Cost
- Clear Forensic Evidence for Insurers, Regulators and Legal Teams
- A Practical Recovery Path Back to Normal Operations
- Lessons Learned That Reduce the Chance of a Repeat
Our Incident Response and Digital Forensics Services
Every incident is different, so we built a set of focused services that can work together or stand alone, depending on what your organisation needs right now.
Cyber Incident Response
24/7 containment when an attack is live.
Learn moreRansomware Investigation
Trace the entry point and check for data theft.
Learn moreMalware Analysis
Static and dynamic analysis of malicious code.
Learn moreDigital Forensics
Forensically sound evidence that holds up.
Learn moreBreach Assessment
Is it reportable? An independent answer.
Learn moreCyber Recovery Planning
A tested plan your team can actually follow.
Learn more// Coverage
What Our Incident Response and Digital Forensics Service Covers
Cyber Attacks
Ransomware, malware and network intrusions, from first alert through to recovery.
Data Breaches
Incidents involving customer, employee or financial information.
Insider Threats
Suspected employee misconduct and misuse of internal access.
Business Email Compromise
Account takeover and phishing-related fraud investigations.
Cloud, On-Premises and Hybrid
Investigations across every environment, including remote working setups.
Devices and Endpoints
Mobile devices, laptops, servers and IoT systems.
// Methodology
How We Work with You
- 01
Initial Contact and Triage
You reach out, and within minutes our team starts triaging the incident to understand scope and urgency.
- 02
Containment
We isolate affected systems and stop the attack from spreading further into your network.
- 03
Investigation
Our analysts examine logs, devices and network traffic to build a clear picture of what happened.
- 04
Recovery
We support safe restoration of systems, data and services with minimal downtime.
- 05
Reporting and Review
You receive a clear report with findings, root cause and recommendations to prevent recurrence.
// Ready when you are
Put your incident response and digital forensics to the test.
// Impact
Why Fast, Proper Incident Response Matters
Every Hour Increases the Damage
The longer an attacker has access, the greater the cost and scope of the incident.
// A Methodical Approach to a Chaotic Situation
- Contain first, stopping the spread before anything else
- Investigate thoroughly, examining every artefact, log and device
- Preserve evidence properly, maintaining chain of custody throughout
- Recover responsibly, without reintroducing the same vulnerabilities
What you get
// Frameworks and Standards We Follow
// Why Pluto Cyber Security
Trusted Incident Response across the UK
We combine certified incident responders, forensic investigators and threat analysts under one roof. We work with businesses of every size, from single-site companies to multinational groups, and we bring the same urgency and attention to detail to every case.
24/7 Availability
Incidents do not keep office hours, so neither do we.
Certified Specialists
Our team holds recognised certifications including GCFA, GCFE, GNFA and OSCP.
Clear Communication
Plain-language updates throughout, not just technical jargon.
Evidence You Can Use
Findings prepared to standards accepted by UK courts, the ICO and insurers.
Our incident response team is available 24/7 and typically begins triage within minutes of first contact. For active attacks we prioritise rapid containment before moving into full investigation.
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