Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
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V-36765 | WN08-MO-000010 | SV-48442r1_rule | ECSC-1 | Medium |
Description |
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Microphones can capture audio of sensitive information. There is also a potential for remote access, and microphones must be turned off unless approved by local policy. |
STIG | Date |
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Windows 8 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2014-01-07 |
Check Text ( C-45106r1_chk ) |
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Verify microphones are turned off unless approved by the organization. View status in device manager. If built-in microphones are not approved by local policy or disabled, this is a finding. If the system does not have built-in microphones, this is not applicable. |
Fix Text (F-41569r1_fix) |
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Disable microphones in device manager if not organizationally approved. |