The system must notify the user when a Bluetooth device attempts to connect.
An XCCDF Rule
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.
- ID
- SV-253293r991589_rule
- Version
- WN11-00-000230
- Severity
- Medium
- References
- Updated
Remediation Templates
A Manual Procedure
Configure Bluetooth to notify users if devices attempt to connect.
View Bluetooth Settings.
Ensure "Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect" is checked.