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Google Android 15 must be configured to disable all Bluetooth profiles except for HSP (Headset Profile), HFP (Hands-Free Profile), SPP (Serial Port Profile), A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile), and PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile).

An XCCDF Rule

Description

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ID
SV-267545r1031820_rule
Severity
Low
References
Updated



Remediation - Manual Procedure

Configure the Google Android 15 device to disable Bluetooth, or if the AO has approved the use of Bluetooth (for example, for car hands-free use), train the user to connect to only authorized Bluetooth devices using only HSP, HFP, or SPP Bluetooth capable devices (UBE).

To disable Bluetooth, use the following procedure:

On the EMM console: