Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-36759 | WN08-MO-000006 | SV-48435r1_rule | ECWN-1 | Medium |
Description |
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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 |
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Windows 8 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-01-07 |
Check Text ( C-45102r1_chk ) |
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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) |
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Turn off Bluetooth radios when not in use. Establish an organizational policy for the use of Bluetooth to include training of personnel. |