Report template
Cybersecurity Assessment Report Template
The goal is to create a structured report while maximizing the use of tables for clarity and easy reference.
Title Page
- Title: Cybersecurity Assessment Report
- Date: [Insert Date]
- Prepared by: [Your Name/Organization]
- Confidentiality Notice: Confidential information for authorized personnel only.
1. Executive Summary (1 page)
- Purpose of Assessment: Brief overview of objectives and scope.
- Key Findings: Summary of critical vulnerabilities.
- Recommendations: High-level suggestions for improving security posture.
2. Introduction (1 page)
- Background: Context of the assessment.
- Scope: Identified systems, applications, and networks.
- Objectives: Goals of the assessment.
3. Methodology (1 page)
- Assessment Approach: Overview of methods (automated/manual).
- Tools Used: List of tools utilized.
4. Findings (4 pages)
- Vulnerability Results Matrix
| Severity |
Vulnerability Type |
Impact |
Count |
| High |
[List] |
[List] |
[Count] |
| Medium |
[List] |
[List] |
[Count] |
| Low |
[List] |
[List] |
[Count] |
- Risk Assessment Results Matrix
| Risk Level |
Threat Type |
Impact |
Mitigation Status |
| High |
[List] |
[List] |
[Action Taken] |
| Medium |
[List] |
[List] |
[Action Taken] |
| Low |
[List] |
[List] |
[Action Taken] |
- Malicious Assessment Summary
| Test Scenario |
Result |
Vulnerabilities Discovered |
| [Scenario 1] |
[Pass/Fail] |
[List] |
| [Scenario 2] |
[Pass/Fail] |
[List] |
5. Recommendations (3 pages)
- Key Recommendations Table
| Recommendation |
Priority |
Responsible Party |
Timeline |
Status |
| Implement MFA |
High |
IT Security Team |
30 Days |
[In Progress/Complete] |
| Patch Vulnerabilities |
High |
System Administrators |
Immediate |
[In Progress/Complete] |
| Conduct User Training |
Medium |
HR Department |
60 Days |
[In Progress/Complete] |
Implementation Details
In this section, we outline practical steps and command lines necessary for executing the recommendations specified in the cybersecurity assessment report. Following these steps will help [your input] Corporation mitigate identified risks associated with [based on the context] effectively.
6. Conclusion (1 page)
- Summary of Findings: Brief recap of main findings.
- Next Steps: Suggested follow-up actions.
7. Appendices (as needed)
- Supporting Documentation: Any additional data or charts.
- Glossary of Terms: Definitions for technical terms.
- Implementation Details
In this section, we outline practical steps and command lines necessary for executing the recommendations specified in the cybersecurity assessment report. Following these steps will help [You input and maybe related to background section] Corporation mitigate identified risks associated with [goal and title of the context] effectively.
[Insert detailed implementation steps and command lines here.]
By adopting this approach, you would enhance the overall organization of the document while still providing essential information for those tasked with carrying out the recommendations.
Additional Tables Section (optional)
Vulnerability Matrix by Department
| Department |
High Severity |
Medium Severity |
Low Severity |
| [List] |
[Count] |
[Count] |
[Count] |
Risk Assessment Timeline
| Date |
Risk Level |
Threat Type |
Impact |
Action Taken |
| [List] |
[Risk Level] |
[Threat] |
[Impact] |
[Status] |
This template organizes the cybersecurity assessment report into clearly defined sections, maximizing the use of tables for presenting findings and recommendations. Each table is structured to enhance readability and facilitate quick access to critical information. The additional tables allow for further granularity in data presentation while maintaining a concise format.