Auto Repair Shop Data Security Checklist Template

Protect your shop's sensitive information. This Auto Repair Shop Data Security Checklist Template ensures compliance, prevents breaches, and safeguards customer data with easy-to-follow steps. Stay secure, stay compliant.

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Network Security

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Assessments and configurations related to your shop's network infrastructure.

Firewall Rule Count

Firewall Vendor

Router Firmware Version

Last Network Scan Date

Network Diagram Description

VPN Status

Wireless Network Channels

Endpoint Security

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Protection of computers, tablets, and other devices used in the shop.

Last Full Antivirus Scan Date (Days Ago)

Antivirus Software Version

Operating System Patches Applied?

Last Operating System Patch Applied

Firewall Status?

Notes on Endpoint Security Configuration

Data Backup & Recovery

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Processes for regular data backups and recovery procedures.

Backup Frequency (Daily/Weekly)

Last Full Backup Date

Backup Retention Period (in days)

Backup Location Description

Backup Type (Full/Incremental/Differential)

Backup Verification Report (Optional)

Disaster Recovery Plan Notes

Access Control & Permissions

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Management of user access rights to sensitive data and systems.

User Authentication Method

Maximum Login Attempts

Privilege Levels Assigned (Admin, Manager, Technician, Receptionist)

Data Access Permissions

Last Password Reset Date

Notes on Access Restrictions or Special Permissions

Physical Security

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Measures to protect physical access to servers and data storage devices.

Server Room Location

Number of Security Cameras

Door Access Control Type

Last Physical Security Audit Date

Perimeter Security Measures

Description of Visitor Access Procedures

Software Updates & Patch Management

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Processes for keeping software and operating systems up-to-date.

Last Software Update Date

Frequency of Updates (Days)

Software Requiring Regular Updates

Version Number of Current Software

Update Method

Next Scheduled Update Date

Data Encryption

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Ensuring sensitive data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.

Encryption Method for Customer Data

If 'Other' selected above, please specify encryption method:

Encryption of Data at Rest?

If 'Partial' selected above, specify areas encrypted:

Encryption of Data in Transit?

Key Rotation Frequency (Days)

Description of Encryption Key Management Process

Security Awareness Training

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Training employees on data security best practices and potential threats.

Briefly summarize recent phishing attempts and lessons learned.

Which of the following are examples of suspicious emails?

What should you do if you suspect a phishing email?

Describe the importance of strong passwords and multi-factor authentication.

How often should passwords be changed?

What is the best way to handle a lost or stolen device?

Incident Response Plan

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Procedures for handling data breaches and security incidents.

Incident Description

Date of Incident

Time of Incident

Incident Severity (Low, Medium, High)

Initial Assessment & Actions Taken

Affected Systems/Data

Containment & Eradication Steps

Recovery & Restoration Actions

Incident Response Team Lead Signature

Vendor Security

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Evaluating the security practices of third-party vendors who access or handle shop data.

Vendor Tier (Risk Level)

Vendor Security Assessment Completed?

Last Security Assessment Date

Number of Records Vendor Processes

Summary of Vendor's Security Practices

Vendor Security Questionnaire

Does Vendor Comply with Industry Standards (e.g., SOC 2)?

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