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Smartphones must be configured to require a password/passcode for device unlock.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-25007 | WIR-MOS-NS-010 | SV-40111r1_rule | ECWN-1 IAIA-1 | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| Sensitive DoD data could be compromised if a device unlock password/passcode is not set up on DoD smartphones. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| BlackBerry PlayBook Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-02-08 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-39059r1_chk ) |
|---|
| This check applies to any mobile device (smartphones, tablets, etc.). Check a sample of 2-3 devices managed by the site to verify a device unlock password/passcode has been enabled on the device. The exact procedure will vary, depending on the OS. Have the user show that a device unlock password/passcode has been enabled on the device. Mark as a finding if configuration is not set as required. |
| Fix Text (F-27657r2_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the smartphone to require a passcode for device unlock. |