Avoid Bluetooth in public
Bluetooth is great for connecting wireless devices such as headphones, a keyboard, mouse, and headphones. State employees should be cautious. Hackers roam in crowded locations like cafes, lobbies, conference rooms, trains, planes, and buses to eavesdrop through Bluetooth, stealing data and credentials. VPN (virtual private network) provides internet protection but does not protect Bluetooth connections.
Action Step
If you are on the go and working away from your secure workstations, PAUSE and turn off Bluetooth if you are working in crowded areas. Using wired connections for your mouse, keyboard, headphones, and hotspots is always the safest option when working on the go.