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Bluetooth must be turned off when not in use.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-36759 WN08-MO-000006 SV-48435r1_rule ECWN-1 Medium
Description
If not configured properly, Bluetooth may allow rogue devices to communicate with a system. If a rogue device is paired with a system, there is potential for sensitive information to be compromised.
STIG Date
Windows 8 Security Technical Implementation Guide 2014-01-07

Details

Check Text ( C-45102r1_chk )
Verify the organization has a policy to turn off Bluetooth when not in use and personnel are trained. If it does not, this is a finding.

If the system does not have Bluetooth or it is disabled, this is not applicable.
Fix Text (F-41564r1_fix)
Turn off Bluetooth radios when not in use. Establish an organizational policy for the use of Bluetooth to include training of personnel.