The system must notify the user when a Bluetooth device attempts to connect.

From Windows 8/8.1 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with IA controls: ECWN-1

Associated with: CCI-000366

SV-48439r2_rule The system must notify the user when a Bluetooth device attempts to connect.

Vulnerability discussion

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.

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Verify Bluetooth notifies users if devices attempt to connect. Search for "Bluetooth". Select "Devices and Printers". View Bluetooth Settings. If "Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect" is not checked, this is a finding. If the system does not have Bluetooth, this is not applicable.

Fix text

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.

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