Vulnerability Management Policy (and Procedures) Template

Vulnerability management is an essential component of any information security program, and the process of vulnerability assessment is vital to effective vulnerability management. Vulnerability assessment provides visibility into the vulnerability of assets deployed in the network. Vulnerability assessment consists of scanning to identify networked assets, determine potential vulnerabilities, and assessment of potential vulnerabilities both externally and internally. Remediation of vulnerabilities is another facet of vulnerability management.

Commonly associated evidence:

• Vulnerability Management Policy

• System and Information Integrity Policy

Who needs a policy like this?

• Most organizations

How to use the template:

• Click on the link above to access the template

  • If you are a Google Workplace organization, make a copy by going to File > Make a copy

  • If you are not a Google Workplace organization, download a copy by going to File > Download and selecting your preferred file type (available as DOCX, PDF, and more)

• Review and then remove instructional text

• Save in a centralized place

• Attach to evidence either through Integrations, Automated Collection, or direct upload

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