Bluetooth-attack-mitigation
This table outlines Bluetooth attack vectors, associated software tools, and recommended mitigation techniques. Bluetooth poses security risks, especially on mobile devices, due to user behavior and challenges in malware detection. Ethical hackers and security experts employ these tools to evaluate and safeguard against Bluetooth vulnerabilities during CEH training and examinations.
| Attack Type | Description | Example Software | Mitigation Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluejacking | Unsolicited messages or vCards sent to devices. | unsolicited messages, contact cards (vCards) | - Disable Bluetooth visibility - Use device in non-discoverable mode |
| Bluesnarfing | Unauthorized access to device data. | Bluetooth Stack Smasher | - Use non-discoverable mode - Use strong PIN/passkeys - Regularly update device firmware |
| Bluebugging | Complete control over a Bluetooth device. | CarWhisperer, BTSPen, Bloover | - Disable unused Bluetooth services - Update device firmware - Use strong PIN/passkeys |
| Blueborne | Exploiting vulnerabilities for code execution. | none | - Regularly update device firmware - Disable Bluetooth when not in use |
| MITM | Intercepting and altering Bluetooth communication. | Wireshark, Bettercap | - Use secure pairing mechanisms (e.g., Secure Simple Pairing) - Monitor Bluetooth connections for anomalies |
| DoS | Overloading a device to disrupt its function. | L2ping, Btcrash | - Use strong PIN/passkeys - Limit the number of allowed Bluetooth connections - Implement intrusion detection systems (IDS) |
| Key Extraction | Extracting encryption keys for data access. | Gattacker, Btlejuice | - Use strong encryption methods (e.g., AES) - Implement device authentication - Regularly update device firmware |