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Bluetooth Sharing must be disabled.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-58411 | AOSX-09-000965 | SV-72841r1_rule | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Apple OS X 10.9 (Mavericks) Workstation Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2015-02-26 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-59237r2_chk ) |
|---|
| 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-63725r2_fix) |
|---|
| To disable Bluetooth Sharing, open System Preferences->Sharing and uncheck the box next to Bluetooth Sharing. |