TMA-ANDROID-1.15
Ensure 'Remotely locate this device' is set to 'Enabled'
Description
The Remotely locate this device setting allows users to locate their lost or stolen device remotely, as long as it is connected to the internet. By enabling this feature, users can easily track the location of their device on a map, lock it remotely with a custom message and phone number, and even erase all data on the device to protect sensitive information. The recommended state for this setting is: Enabled.
How it is checked
Audit method: Manual review
This recommendation cannot be checked automatically. A scan lists it with these instructions when you pass --include-manual.
Follow the below steps to verify that Remotely locate this device setting is Enabled: phone's Settings app > Google > Security > Find My Device > Verify that Remotely locate this device setting is Enabled.
How it is fixed
Fix method: Guidance or infrastructure patch
Follow the below steps to enable Remotely locate this device: phone's Settings app > Google > Security > Find My Device > Toggle Remotely locate this device setting to ON position.
Properties
- Operating systems
- Any
- Tags
- androiddevice-settings
- Reference
- CIS Google Android Benchmark v1.6.0 - 1.15 Ensure 'Remotely locate this device' is set to 'Enabled'