Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-59711 | AOSX-10-000965 | SV-74141r1_rule | Medium |
Description |
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Bluetooth sharing allows users to wirelessly transmit files between Mac OS X and Bluetooth-enabled devices, including personally owned cell phones and tablets. A malicious user might introduce viruses or malware onto the system or extract sensitive files. Disabling Bluetooth Sharing mitigates this risk. |
STIG | Date |
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Apple OS X 10.10 (Yosemite) Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-04-06 |
Check Text ( C-60481r3_chk ) |
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To check if Bluetooth Sharing is enabled, open up System Preferences->Sharing and verify that 'Bluetooth Sharing' is not checked 'ON'. If it is 'ON', this is a finding. |
Fix Text (F-65121r2_fix) |
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To disable Bluetooth Sharing, open System Preferences->Sharing and uncheck the box next to Bluetooth Sharing. |