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V-278847

CAT II (Medium)

DOD Apple iOS/iPadOS 26 devices must have a Mobile Threat Detection (MTD) app installed.

Rule ID

SV-278847r1151241_rule

STIG

Apple iOS/iPadOS 26 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Version

V1R2

CCIs

CCI-000366

Discussion

DOD mobile devices are in constant risk of cyber threats. MTD apps partially mitigate these risks by providing real-time threat detection, malware prevention, and vulnerability analysis. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47

Check Content

Confirm an MTD app is installed on managed iPhones and iPads.

This check procedure is performed on both the device management tool and the iPhone and iPad device.

In the iOS/iPadOS management tool, verify an MTD app is listed as a managed app being deployed to site managed devices.

On the iPhone/iPad device:
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap "General".
3. Tap "VPN & Device Management". 
4. Tap the Configuration Profile from the iOS management tool containing the restrictions policy.
5. Tap "Apps".
6. Verify a MTD app is listed.

If an MTD app is not installed on the device, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Deploy a site-approved MTD app via the MDM server to managed iPhones and iPads.