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

A managed photo app must be used to take and store work-related photos.

DISA Rule

SV-268042r1031222_rule

Vulnerability Number

V-268042

Group Title

PP-MDF-993300

Rule Version

AIOS-18-012000

Severity

CAT II

CCI(s)

Weight

10

Fix Recommendation

Install a managed photos app to take and manage work-related photos.

Check Contents

Review configuration settings to confirm a managed photos app is installed on the iOS device.

This check procedure is performed on the iPhone and iPad.

On the iPhone and iPad:
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap "General".
3. Tap "VPN & Device Management".
4. Tap the DOD Configuration Profile from the Apple iOS/iPadOS management tool.
5. Tap "Apps".
6. Verify a photo capture and management app is listed.

If a managed photo capture and management app is not installed on the iPhone and iPad, this is a finding.

Vulnerability Number

V-268042

Documentable

False

Rule Version

AIOS-18-012000

Severity Override Guidance

Review configuration settings to confirm a managed photos app is installed on the iOS device.

This check procedure is performed on the iPhone and iPad.

On the iPhone and iPad:
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap "General".
3. Tap "VPN & Device Management".
4. Tap the DOD Configuration Profile from the Apple iOS/iPadOS management tool.
5. Tap "Apps".
6. Verify a photo capture and management app is listed.

If a managed photo capture and management app is not installed on the iPhone and iPad, this is a finding.

Check Content Reference

M

Target Key

5650