Ensure usb-storage is disabledID: oval:org.secpod.oval:def:68653 | Date: (C)2021-01-31 (M)2023-12-20 |
Class: COMPLIANCE | Family: unix |
USB storage provides a means to transfer and store files insuring persistence and availability of the files independent of network connection status. Its popularity and utility has led to USB-based malware being a simple and common means for network infiltration and a first step to establishing a persistent threat within a networked environment.
Rationale:
Restricting USB access on the system will decrease the physical attack surface for a device and diminish the possible vectors to introduce malware.