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← Back to Apple iOS/iPadOS 15 Security Technical Implementation Guide

V-250955

CAT I (High)

iPhone and iPad must have the latest available iOS/iPadOS operating system installed.

Rule ID

SV-250955r801956_rule

STIG

Apple iOS/iPadOS 15 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Version

V1R4

CCIs

CCI-000366

Discussion

Required security features are not available in earlier OS versions. In addition, earlier versions may have known vulnerabilities. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #47

Check Content

Review configuration settings to confirm the most recently released version of iOS is installed.

This validation procedure is performed on both the Apple iOS/iPadOS management tool and the iPhone and iPad. Go to https://www.apple.com and determine the most current version of iOS released by Apple.

In the MDM management console, review the version of iOS installed on a sample of managed devices. This procedure will vary depending on the MDM product.

On the iPhone and iPad:
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap "General".
3. Tap "About" and view the installed version of iOS. 
4. Go back to the "General" screen. Tap "Software Update" and verify the following message is shown on the screen: "Your software is up to date."

If the installed version of iOS on any reviewed iOS/iPadOS devices is not the latest released by Apple, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Install the latest release version of Apple iOS/iPadOS on all managed iOS devices.