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When must a listed company disclose a cyber incident?

SEC disclosure of material cybersecurity incidents

Affected business

Public company

Registrants filing reports with the SEC.

Decision

Yes, a cybersecurity incident determined to be material must be disclosed on Form 8-K Item 1.05.

Obligation

Determine materiality without unreasonable delay and file Form 8-K; describe cyber risk management annually.

Risk

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Action

  1. Assess materiality after discovery
  2. File Form 8-K Item 1.05
  3. Amend when information becomes available
  4. Describe risk management in the annual report

Deadline

Within 4 business days after determining the incident is material.

Verification

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