ICDM – Boardroom Cyber Hack Simulation

Client Name
Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM)
Agency Name
Equanimity Group
Services
Crisis Simulation Cyber Resilience Training

Challenge

ICDM needed to prepare directors for multi-layered cyberattacks that unfold without stopping rules.

Solution

  • Simulated ransomware, insider leak, and AI deepfake crisis scenario
  • Injected live updates via emails, media, and fake social posts
  • Forced directors to respond under incomplete and conflicting information

Impact

90%
of participants recognised composure over protocol as key
Boards adopted
more adaptive, flexible governance frameworks
Highlighted silos
and improved cross-functional agility

Participant Voices

“This wasn’t a drill — it was a storm from all directions.” – Board Member, Retail
“We didn’t practise a procedure. We practised thinking.” – Chair, Financial Services