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NIST 800-171 R-3.1.17

Protect Wireless Access

Official citation: 3.1.17

Class: core · Severity: high

Statement of the obligation — verify against source

3.1.17

What it means

Protect wireless access with both strong authentication and encryption, authenticating users and devices before granting access. Pay special attention to the wide range of Internet-of-Things devices that may connect wirelessly to your systems. Use FIPS-validated cryptography.

Educational reference only — not legal advice. Consult a qualified assessor or attorney for binding compliance determinations.