Why would you shut down operations when a breach was detected?

A. to stop the breach
B. to stop email from sending out bad emails
C. to reduce the cost of running the system
D. to notify management of the breach

A. to stop the breach

Shutting down operations when a breach is detected is essential in order to prevent further damage, contain the breach, investigate the extent of the intrusion, and work towards resolving the issue. This helps to protect sensitive information, prevent further data loss, and minimize the potential impact on stakeholders.