Bluetooth must be turned off unless approved by the organization.

From Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Associated with: CCI-000381

SV-87197r1_rule Bluetooth must be turned off unless approved by the organization.

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.

Check content

This is NA if the system does not have Bluetooth. Verify the Bluetooth radio is turned off unless approved by the organization. If it is not, this is a finding. Approval must be documented with the ISSO.

Fix text

Turn off Bluetooth radios not organizationally approved. Establish an organizational policy for the use of Bluetooth.

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