STIGQter: STIG Summary: Apple iOS/iPadOS 18 Security Technical Implementation Guide Version: 2 Release: 3 Benchmark Date: 13 May 2026:

Apple iOS/iPadOS 18 users must complete required training.

DISA Rule

SV-268041r1031221_rule

Vulnerability Number

V-268041

Group Title

PP-MDF-993300

Rule Version

AIOS-18-011900

Severity

CAT II

CCI(s)

CCI-000381 - Configure the system to provide only organization-defined mission essential capabilities.

Weight

Fix Recommendation

Have all iPhone and iPad users complete training on the following topics. Users must acknowledge receipt of training via a signed User Agreement or similar written record.

Training topics:
- Operational security concerns introduced by unmanaged applications, including applications using global positioning system (GPS) tracking.
- Must ensure no DOD data is saved in an unmanaged app or transmitted from a personal app (for example, from personal email).
- If the Purebred key management app is used, users are responsible for maintaining positive control of their credentialed device at all times. The DOD PKI certificate policy requires subscribers to maintain positive control of the devices that contain private keys and report any loss of control so the credentials can be revoked. Upon device retirement, turn in, or reassignment, ensure a factory data reset is performed prior to device handoff. Follow mobility service provider decommissioning procedures as applicable.
- How to configure the following UBE controls (users must configure the control) and other controls on the iPhone and iPad:
**Remove Family Sharing.
**Disable Shared Location.
**Disable Wi-Fi Assist.
**Use AirPrint only with AO-approved printers and print servers (see the Multifunction Device and Network Printers STIG for requirements).
**Turn off "Apps" under "Automatic Downloads" in the "iTunes & App Store" section of the Settings app on the iPhone and iPad.
**Secure use of Calendar Alarm.
**Do not configure a DOD network (work) VPN profile on any third-party unmanaged VPN app.
**Disable iPhone and iPad radios using controls under "Settings" instead of "Control Center".
- AO guidance on acceptable use and restrictions, if any, on downloading and installing personal apps and data (music, photos, etc.).

Check Contents

Review a sample of site User Agreements for iOS device users or similar training records and training course content. Verify iPhone and iPad users have completed required training.

If any iPhone/iPad user has not completed required training, this is a finding.

Vulnerability Number

V-268041

Documentable

False

Rule Version

AIOS-18-011900

Severity Override Guidance

Check Content Reference

Target Key

5650