Check: KNOX-14-225070
Samsung Android OS 14 with Knox 3.x COPE STIG:
KNOX-14-225070
(in versions v1 r2 through v1 r1)
Title
The Samsung Android device must be configured to disable the use of third-party keyboards. (Cat III impact)
Discussion
Many third-party keyboard applications are known to contain malware. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #47
Check Content
Review the managed Samsung Android 14 configuration settings to confirm that no third-party keyboards are enabled. This procedure is performed on the management tool. On the management tool: 1. Open "Input methods". 2. Tap "Set input methods". 3. Verify only the approved keyboards are selected. If third-party keyboards are allowed, this is a finding.
Fix Text
Configure the Samsung Android 14 device to disallow the use of third-party keyboards. On the management tool: 1. Open "Input methods". 2. Tap "Set input methods". 3. Select only the approved keyboard. Additionally, Administrators can configure application allowlists for Google Play that do not have any third-party keyboards for user installation.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-258699r931297_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-258699
Group Title: PP-MDF-993300
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-000366 |
The organization implements the security configuration settings. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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CM-6 |
Configuration Settings |