Information Assurance - Unauthorized Wireless Devices - Connected to the SIPRNet

Part of Information Assurance - Unauthorized Wireless Devices - SIPRNet

Associated with IA controls: ECWN-1

SV-41269r2_rule Information Assurance - Unauthorized Wireless Devices - Connected to the SIPRNet

Vulnerability discussion

Finding unauthorized wireless devices connected and/or operating on the SIPRNet is a security incident and could directly result in the loss or compromise of classified or sensitive information either intentionally or accidentally.

Check content

1. Check during the walk-around to ensure that unauthorized wireless devices are not connected to the Network (SIPRNet). 2. Consult with Network Reviewers and Wireless Scanners to ensure they have not detected wireless devices. TACTICAL ENVIRONMENT: The check is applicable for ALL classified processing environments.

Fix text

Unauthorized wireless devices, such as phones, PDAs, Laptops, etc., must not be connected to the SIPRNet or other classified system/network being reviewed.

Pro Tips

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