Warehouse WMS Security Checklist
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User Access & Authentication
Verify user access controls, password policies, and multi-factor authentication implementation.
Multi-Factor Authentication Enabled?
Password Complexity Requirements?
Minimum Password Length (characters)
Last Password Policy Review Date
Privilege Escalation Controls?
Describe User Access Review Process
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Implemented?
Data Encryption & Protection
Assess encryption methods for data at rest and in transit, and ensure proper key management procedures.
Encryption Method at Rest
Specify Encryption Method (if 'Other' selected)
Encryption Protocol for Data in Transit
Specify Encryption Protocol (if 'Other' selected)
Key Length (in bits)
Key Management Method
Specify Key Management Method (if 'Other' selected)
System Patching & Updates
Confirm timely application of security patches and software updates for the WMS and related infrastructure.
Last System Patch Applied Date
WMS Software Version Number
Patching Method
Next Scheduled Patching Date
Description of Patches Applied (Include Release Notes)
Patching Server Status
Network Security
Evaluate firewall configurations, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network segmentation.
Firewall Type
Firewall Rule Count
Intrusion Detection/Prevention System (IDS/IPS)
Network Segmentation Description
VPN Usage for Remote Access
Last Network Vulnerability Scan Date
Data Backup & Recovery
Review backup schedules, storage locations, and disaster recovery procedures.
Last Successful Backup Timestamp (Epoch)
Last Full Backup Date
Next Scheduled Full Backup Date
Backup Storage Location
Backup Retention Period (Days)
Description of Disaster Recovery Plan
Backup Type
Recovery Time Objective (RTO) - Hours
Physical Security
Assess physical access controls to WMS servers and data storage facilities.
Server Room Location
Access Control Methods Implemented
Number of Security Cameras
Visitor Policy
Last Physical Security Audit Date
Details of Physical Security Measures (e.g., perimeter fencing, lighting)
Audit Trails & Logging
Validate the existence and integrity of audit trails to track user activities and system events.
Number of Audit Log Files Rotated Per Month
Last Audit Log Review Date
Summary of Audit Log Review Findings
Audit Log Retention Policy Compliance
Logged Events (Select all that apply)
Frequency of Real-Time Log Monitoring
Vendor Security Assessment
Review security practices and certifications of the WMS vendor.
Vendor Security Policy Summary
Vendor Security Certification(s)
Vendor Security Assessment Report
Date of Last Vendor Security Assessment
Vendor Vulnerability Management Process
Incident Response Plan
Assess the existence and effectiveness of the incident response plan for security breaches.
Summary of Incident Response Plan
Incident Severity Levels Defined?
Estimated Time to Contain Incident (Hours)
Date of Last Incident Response Plan Review
Communication Channels Used During Incident?
Roles & Responsibilities Clearly Defined?
Compliance & Regulations
Verify adherence to relevant security standards and industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS).
Relevant Compliance Standards?
Specific Compliance Requirements?
Last Compliance Audit Date
Data Sensitivity Level (1-5)
Applicable Data Privacy Principles
Regulatory Contact Name
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