USB port unlocking only for authorized devices

Christophe Peters 0 Reputation points
2025-03-12T10:28:05.14+00:00

Hello everyone,

Is it possible to unlock a USB port if a known device is connected?

Let me explain: as part of cybersecurity, our company has blocked USB ports for non-admin users (via GPO).

This prohibits devices other than keyboards and mice, such as HDDs, USB flash drives, phones, etc. This is to prevent possible malware infection.

We have a fleet of vehicles equipped with GOPRO-style cameras that film the road and the drivers' routes. They must save the recordings daily.

Is it possible, via GPO or software (I'm a developer, so if a ready-made solution doesn't exist, we could do it ourselves), to unlock the USB port only if the device's serial number or IMEI is pre-approved in the system?

Thank you for your reply.

PS: Our machines are running Windows 10, but if we need to configure one to Windows 11, no problem.

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