During theRecovery phaseof an incident response, it is critical for an Incident Responder to copy malicious files to theSEDR file storeor create an image of the infected system. This action preserves evidence associated with the incident, allowing for thorough investigation and analysis. By securing a copy of the malicious files or system state, responders maintain a record of the incident that can be analyzed for root cause assessment, used for potential legal proceedings, or retained for post-incident review. Documenting and preserving evidence ensures that key information is available for future reference or audits.