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Network security risk assessment template

Network security risk assessment template

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Network security risk assessment template

Download your free Network Security Risk Assessment Template from Lumiform. Ensure safety and compliance with detailed risk evaluations.

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  • Customize this template or build your own
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  • Get reports and analyse your data
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or Download template as PDF

Our network security risk assessment template helps you systematically identify, evaluate, and prioritize vulnerabilities across your IT infrastructure. Unlike generic security checklists, this template specifically focuses on network components like routers, switches, firewalls, and access points—providing a structured framework for documenting threats, determining risk levels, and developing targeted mitigation strategies.

You can use it when preparing for compliance audits or after implementing major network changes to ensure new configurations don’t introduce security gaps. According to a recent study, organizations that conduct regular network security assessments experience 63% fewer successful network-based attacks compared to those without structured assessment processes.

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Network Security Risk Assessment
General
Describe the purpose of this Network Security Risk Assessment
Describe the scope of the risk assessment (including system components, elements, users, field site locations (if any), and any other details about the system to be considered in the assessment)
List all participants including role (e.g. system owner, system custodian, security admin, database admin, network manager, risk assessment team, etc.)
Describe key technology components (applications, databases, operating systems, networks, interconnections, protocols)
Describe how users access the system and their intended use of the system
Risk Assessment
Click Add Vulnerability (+) after you have identified a vulnerability or threat source
Threat Source & Vulnerability
Observation
Threat source/ vulnerability
Enter threat/vulnerability
Evidence (flow diagrams, screenshots etc.) (optional)
Existing controls
Risk rating
Consequence
Likelihood
Risk rating
Recommended Controls
Recommended controls or alternative options for reducing risk
Completion
Recommendations
Name and Signature
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Frequently asked questions

What should a comprehensive network security risk assessment include?

A comprehensive assessment should include asset inventory, vulnerability scanning, threat identification, risk scoring, and mitigation planning. Focus on both technical elements like firewall configurations and procedural aspects like access management policies. Document findings clearly to establish a baseline for future assessments.

What’s the difference between vulnerability scanning and a network security risk assessment?

Vulnerability scanning is a technical process that identifies specific weaknesses in systems, while a network security risk assessment is a broader evaluation that includes analyzing vulnerabilities in context of business impact. The template helps organize vulnerability scan results into a comprehensive risk framework.

How can you effectively communicate network security risks to management?

Translate technical findings into business impact statements that executives understand. Use the risk scoring section of the template to clearly demonstrate severity levels. Present specific examples of how identified vulnerabilities could affect operations, compliance, or customer trust.

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Oti Francis
Oti Francis is a versatile Content Writer specializing in B2B and B2C content. Passionate about using content to drive audience engagement, brand ROI, and business success, Oti excels in creating impactful, SEO-optimized materials. At Lumiform, they contribute to enhancing workflow automation and operational excellence, bringing creativity and strategic insight to every project.
This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.