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V-220734

CAT II (Medium)

Bluetooth must be turned off unless approved by the organization.

Rule ID

SV-220734r569187_rule

STIG

Microsoft Windows 10 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Version

V2R9

CCIs

CCI-000381

Discussion

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.

Check Content

This is NA if the system does not have Bluetooth.

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.

Fix Text

Turn off Bluetooth radios not organizationally approved. Establish an organizational policy for the use of Bluetooth.