Bluetooth must be turned off unless approved by the organization.

Overview

Finding IDVersionRule IDIA ControlsSeverity
V-253291WN11-00-000210SV-253291r958478_ruleCCI-000381medium
Description
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.
STIGDate
Microsoft Windows 11 Security Technical Implementation Guide2025-05-15

Details

Check Text (C-253291r958478_chk)

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 (F-56694r828956_fix)

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