Check: AOSX-11-000065
Apple OS X 10-11 STIG:
AOSX-11-000065
(in versions v1 r6 through v1 r3)
Title
The Bluetooth software driver must be disabled. (Cat III impact)
Discussion
The Bluetooth kernel extension must be disabled, as wireless access introduces unnecessary security risks. Disabling Bluetooth support with a configuration profile mitigates this risk.
Check Content
If Bluetooth connectivity is required to facilitate use of approved external devices, this is not applicable. To check if Bluetooth is disabled, run the following command: /usr/sbin/system_profiler SPConfigurationProfileDataType | /usr/bin/grep DisableBluetooth If there is no result, or if "DisableBluetooth" is not set to "1", this is a finding.
Fix Text
This setting is enforced using the "Bluetooth Policy" configuration profile.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-81985r1_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-67495
Group Title:
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-000366 |
The organization implements the security configuration settings. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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CM-6 |
Configuration Settings |