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Bluetooth must be turned off unless approved by the organization.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-36757 | WN08-MO-000005 | SV-48432r3_rule | 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. DoD policy and Wireless STIG guidance must be implemented with the use of Bluetooth. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8/8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2018-02-12 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-45101r2_chk ) |
|---|
| Verify the Bluetooth radio is turned off unless approved by the organization. If it is not, this is a finding. Approval must be documented with the ISSO. If the system does not have Bluetooth, this is not applicable. |
| Fix Text (F-41563r1_fix) |
|---|
| Turn off Bluetooth radios not organizationally approved. Establish an organizational policy for the use of Bluetooth. |