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The VMM must protect wireless access to the system using authentication of users and/or devices.

An XCCDF Rule

Description

Allowing devices and users to connect to the system without first authenticating them allows untrusted access and can lead to a compromise or attack. Wireless technologies include, for example, microwave, packet radio (UHF/VHF), 802.11x, and Bluetooth. Wireless networks use authentication protocols (e.g., EAP/TLS, PEAP), which provide credential protection and mutual authentication. This requirement applies to those VMMs that control wireless devices.

ID
SV-207438r958678_rule
Version
SRG-OS-000300-VMM-001070
Severity
Medium
References
Updated

Remediation Templates

A Manual Procedure

Configure the VMM to protect wireless access to the system using authentication of users and/or devices.