The correct flow of stages in an Incident Handling and Response (IH&R) process typically follows a structured approach that begins with Preparation, which is crucial for an effective response to incidents. This is followed by Incident Recording, where details of the incident are documented. Incident Triage is the next stage, where incidents are prioritized based on their impact. Containment strategies are then employed to limit the spread of the incident. Eradication involves removing the threat from the affected systems. Recovery is the process of restoring systems to normal operation. Finally, Post-Incident Activities involve learning from the incident and improving future response efforts.

References: The stages of the IH&R process are outlined in various EC-Council resources, including the EC-Council’s Certified Incident Handler (E|CIH) program and related training materials, which emphasize the importance of a structured and methodical approach to incident handling and response123.