3.6 Ensure wireless interfaces are disabled

Information

Wireless networking is used when wired networks are unavailable. Debian contains a wireless tool kit to allow system administrators to configure and use wireless networks.
Rationale:
If wireless is not to be used, wireless devices can be disabled to reduce the potential attack surface.
NOTE: Nessus has provided the target output to assist in reviewing the benchmark to ensure target compliance.

Solution

Run the following command to disable any wireless interfaces:
# ip link set <interface> down
Disable any wireless interfaces in your network configuration.
Impact:
Many if not all laptop workstations and some desktop workstations will connect via wireless requiring these interfaces be enabled.

See Also

https://workbench.cisecurity.org/files/2242

Item Details

Category: ACCESS CONTROL

References: 800-53|AC-18, CSCv7|15.5

Plugin: Unix

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