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CIS Ubuntu 14.04 LTS - 3.7 Ensure wireless interfaces are disabled

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Verify that wireless interfaces are disabled to reduce the attack surface

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3.7 Ensure wireless interfaces are disabled (Not Scored)

Profile Applicability

  • Level 1 - Server
  • Level 2 - Workstation

Description

Wireless networking is used when wired networks are unavailable. Ubuntu 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.

Audit Procedure

Run the following command to determine wireless interfaces on the system:

iwconfig

Run the following command and verify wireless interfaces are active:

ip link show up

Expected Result

No wireless interfaces should be active (UP state).

Remediation

Run the following command to disable any wireless interfaces:

ip link set <interface> down

Disable any wireless interfaces in your network configuration.

Default Value

Wireless interfaces are enabled if hardware is present. Note: Many if not all laptop workstations and some desktop workstations will connect via wireless requiring these interfaces be enabled.

References

  • CIS Controls: 15.4 - Configure Only Authorized Wireless Access On Client Machines

Profile

  • Level 1 - Server
  • Level 2 - Workstation