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

From General Purpose Operating System SRG

Associated with: CCI-001443

SV-71479r1_rule The operating system must protect wireless access to the system using authentication of users and/or devices.

Vulnerability discussion

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 operating systems that control wireless devices.

Check content

Verify the operating system protects wireless access to the system using authentication of users and/or devices. If it does not, this is a finding.

Fix text

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

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