AC-18 Wireless Access
The organization:
AC-18a.: Establishes usage restrictions, configuration/connection requirements, and implementation guidance for wireless access; and
AC-18b.: Authorizes wireless access to the information system prior to allowing such connections.
Applicable CNSSI 1253 Baselines
Confidentiality
- L
- M
- H
Integrity
- L
- M
- H
Availability
- L
- M
- H
Supplemental Guidance
Wireless technologies include, for example, microwave, packet radio (UHF/VHF), 802.11x, and Bluetooth. Wireless networks use authentication protocols (e.g., EAP/TLS, PEAP), which provide credential protection and mutual authentication.