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AC-18

Access ControlRev 5organization

Wireless Access

Baselines:LowModerateHigh

Control Statement

a. Establish configuration requirements, connection requirements, and implementation guidance for each type of wireless access; and b. Authorize each type of wireless access to the system prior to allowing such connections.

Supplemental Guidance

Wireless technologies include microwave, packet radio (ultra-high frequency or very high frequency), 802.11x, and Bluetooth. Wireless networks use authentication protocols that provide authenticator protection and mutual authentication.

Related Controls (13)

AC-2AC-3AC-17AC-19CA-9CM-7IA-2IA-3IA-8PL-4SC-40SC-43SI-4

CCI Identifiers (6)

CCI-001442The organization enforces requirements for wireless connections to the information system.CCI-001441Authorize each type of wireless access to the system prior to allowing such connections.CCI-002323Establish configuration requirements and connection requirements for wireless access.CCI-001438The organization establishes usage restrictions for wireless access.CCI-001439Establish implementation guidance for wireless access.CCI-001440The organization monitors for unauthorized wireless access to the information system.

Linked STIG Checks (0)

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