Device & Endpoint Security Checklist

The Device & Endpoint Security Checklist provides businesses with a structured way to review and document the cybersecurity protections applied to computers, laptops, mobile devices, and other endpoints used to access business systems and information.

Business devices are frequent targets for malware, ransomware, credential theft, unauthorized access, and other cybersecurity threats. Security gaps such as outdated software, excessive administrator privileges, missing encryption, unapproved applications, or poorly protected mobile devices can increase an organization's exposure to cyber incidents.

Use this customizable checklist to review and document:

• Business device and endpoint inventory

• Company-owned and personally owned devices

• Operating system and software updates

• Security patch management

• Antivirus and endpoint protection

• Firewall configuration and protection

• Device and disk encryption

• Password and multi-factor authentication (MFA)

• User accounts and administrator privileges

• Automatic screen locking

• Approved software and applications

• Unauthorized software

• USB devices and removable media

• Mobile-device security

• Remote and off-site devices

• Lost or stolen device procedures

• Endpoint monitoring and security alerts

• Secure device reassignment and disposal

• Identified security gaps and corrective actions

• Final endpoint security review and approval

Designed for small and growing businesses, this resource provides a practical framework for strengthening endpoint security and documenting the safeguards used to protect the devices employees rely on to access business systems, applications, networks, and sensitive information.

Best For: Small businesses, business owners, IT teams, managers, security teams, remote and hybrid organizations, and businesses looking to improve computer, laptop, mobile-device, and endpoint security.