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Samsung Android OS 14 with Knox 3.x COPE Security Technical Implementation Guide

  • Version/Release: V1R2
  • Published: 2024-02-07
  • Released: 2024-04-24
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This Security Technical Implementation Guide is published as a tool to improve the security of Department of Defense (DOD) information systems. The requirements are derived from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53 and related documents. Comments or proposed revisions to this document should be sent via email to the following address: disa.stig_spt@mail.mil.
b
Samsung Android must be enrolled as a COPE device.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258663 - SV-258663r931189_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210010
Vuln IDs
  • V-258663
Rule IDs
  • SV-258663r931189_rule
The Work profile is the designated application group for the COPE use case. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62403r931187_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are enrolled in a DOD-approved use case. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool Administration Console and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, verify the default enrollment is set to "Work profile for company-owned devices". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Security and privacy >> More security settings >> Device admin apps. 2. Verify the management tool Agent is listed. 3. Go to the app drawer. 4. Verify a "Personal" and "Work" tab are present. If on the management tool the default enrollment is not set as "Work profile for company-owned devices", or on the Samsung Android device the "Personal" and "Work" tabs are not present or the management tool Agent is not listed, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62312r931188_fix

Enroll the Samsung Android devices in a DOD-approved use case. On the management tool, configure the default enrollment as "Work profile for company-owned devices". Refer to the management tool documentation to determine how to configure the device enrollment.

a
Samsung Android must be configured to display the DOD advisory warning message at startup or each time the user unlocks the device.
AC-8 - Low - CCI-000048 - V-258664 - SV-258664r931192_rule
RMF Control
AC-8
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000048
Version
KNOX-14-210020
Vuln IDs
  • V-258664
Rule IDs
  • SV-258664r931192_rule
Before granting access to the system, the mobile operating system is required to display the DOD-approved system use notification message or banner that provides privacy and security notices consistent with applicable federal laws, Executive Orders, directives, policies, regulations, standards, and guidance. Required banners help ensure that DOD can audit and monitor the activities of mobile device users without legal restriction. System use notification messages can be displayed when individuals first access or unlock the mobile device. The banner must be implemented as a "click-through" banner at device unlock (to the extent permitted by the operating system). A "click-through" banner prevents further activity on the information system unless and until the user executes a positive action to manifest agreement by clicking on a box indicating "OK." The approved DOD text must be used exactly as required in the Knowledge Service referenced in DODI 8500.01. For devices accommodating banners of 1300 characters, the banner text is: You are accessing a U.S. Government (USG) Information System (IS) that is provided for USG-authorized use only. By using this IS (which includes any device attached to this IS), you consent to the following conditions: -The USG routinely intercepts and monitors communications on this IS for purposes including, but not limited to, penetration testing, COMSEC monitoring, network operations and defense, personnel misconduct (PM), law enforcement (LE), and counterintelligence (CI) investigations. -At any time, the USG may inspect and seize data stored on this IS. -Communications using, or data stored on, this IS are not private, are subject to routine monitoring, interception, and search, and may be disclosed or used for any USG-authorized purpose. -This IS includes security measures (e.g., authentication and access controls) to protect USG interests--not for your personal benefit or privacy. -Notwithstanding the above, using this IS does not constitute consent to PM, LE, or CI investigative searching or monitoring of the content of privileged communications, or work product, related to personal representation or services by attorneys, psychotherapists, or clergy, and their assistants. Such communications and work product are private and confidential. Refer to User Agreement for details. For devices with severe character limitations, the banner text is: I've read & consent to terms in IS user agreem't. The Administrator must configure the banner text exactly as written without any changes. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #36
Checks: C-62404r931190_chk

Confirm if Method #1 or #2 is used at the Samsung device site and follow the appropriate procedure. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. Validation procedure for Method #1: Place the DOD warning banner in the user agreement signed by each Samsung Android device user (preferred method). Review the signed user agreements for several Samsung Android device users and verify the agreement includes the required DOD warning banner text. Validation procedure for Method #2: Configure the warning banner text in the Lock screen message on each managed mobile device. On the management tool, in the device restrictions section, verify "Lock Screen Message" is set to the DOD-mandated warning banner text. On the Samsung Android device, verify the required DOD warning banner text is displayed on the Lock screen. If the warning text has not been placed in the signed user agreement, or if on the management tool "Lock Screen Message" is not set to the DOD-mandated warning banner text, or on the Samsung Android device the required DOD warning banner text is not displayed on the Lock screen, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62313r931191_fix

Configure the DOD warning banner by either of the following methods (required text is found in the Vulnerability Description): Method #1: Place the DOD warning banner in the user agreement signed by each Samsung Android device user (preferred method). Method #2: Configure the warning banner text in the Lock screen message on each managed mobile device. On the management tool, in the device restrictions section, set "Lock Screen Message" to the DOD-mandated warning banner text.

b
Samsung Android must be configured to not allow passwords that include more than four repeating or sequential characters.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000195 - V-258665 - SV-258665r931195_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000195
Version
KNOX-14-210030
Vuln IDs
  • V-258665
Rule IDs
  • SV-258665r931195_rule
Password strength is a measure of the effectiveness of a password in resisting guessing and brute force attacks. Passwords that contain repeating or sequential characters are significantly easier to guess than those that do not. Therefore, disallowing repeating or sequential characters increases password strength and decreases risk. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #1b
Checks: C-62405r931193_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are disallowing passwords containing more than four repeating or sequential characters. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device password policies, verify "minimum password quality" is set to "Numeric(Complex)" or better. On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Lock screen >> Screen lock type. 2. Enter current password. 3. Tap "PIN". 4. Verify PINs with more than four repeating or sequential numbers are not accepted. If on the management tool "minimum password quality" is not set to "Numeric(Complex)" or better, or on the Samsung Android device a password with more than four repeating or sequential numbers is accepted, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62314r931194_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to disallow passwords containing more than four repeating or sequential characters. On the management tool, in the device password policies, set "minimum password quality" to "Numeric(Complex)" or better. If the management tool does not support "Numeric(Complex)" but does support "Numeric", Knox Platform for Enterprise (KPE) can be used to achieve STIG compliance. In this case, configure this policy with value "Numeric" and use an additional KPE policy (innately by the management tool or via KSP) "Maximum Numeric Sequence Length" with value "4".

b
Samsung Android must be configured to enable a screen-lock policy that will lock the display after a period of inactivity.
AC-11 - Medium - CCI-000057 - V-258666 - SV-258666r931198_rule
RMF Control
AC-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000057
Version
KNOX-14-210040
Vuln IDs
  • V-258666
Rule IDs
  • SV-258666r931198_rule
The screen-lock timeout helps protect the device from unauthorized access. Devices without a screen-lock timeout provide an opportunity for adversaries who gain physical access to the mobile device through loss, theft, etc. Such devices are much more likely to be in an unlocked state when acquired by an adversary, thus granting immediate access to the data on the mobile device and possibly access to DOD networks. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #2a
Checks: C-62406r931196_chk

Verify requirement KNOX-14-210030 (minimum password quality) has been implemented. If a "minimum password quality" has not been implemented, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62315r931197_fix

Implement a "minimum password quality" (refer to requirement KNOX-14-210030).

b
Samsung Android must be configured to enforce a minimum password length of six characters.
IA-5 - Medium - CCI-000205 - V-258667 - SV-258667r931201_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000205
Version
KNOX-14-210050
Vuln IDs
  • V-258667
Rule IDs
  • SV-258667r931201_rule
Password strength is a measure of the effectiveness of a password in resisting guessing and brute force attacks. The ability to crack a password is a function of how many attempts an adversary is permitted, how quickly an adversary can complete each attempt, and the size of the password space. The longer the minimum length of the password is, the larger the password space. Having a too-short minimum password length significantly reduces password strength, increasing the chance of password compromise and resulting device and data compromise. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #1a
Checks: C-62407r931199_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are enforcing a minimum password length of six characters. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device password policies, verify "minimum password length" is set to "6". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Lock screen >> Screen lock type. 2. Enter current password. 3. Tap "PIN". 4. Verify the text "PIN must contain at least", followed by a value of at least "6 digits", appears above the PIN entry. If on the management tool "minimum password length" is not set to "6", or on the Samsung Android device the text "PIN must contain at least" is followed by a value of less than "6 digits", this is a finding.

Fix: F-62316r931200_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to enforce a minimum password length of six characters. On the management tool, in the device password policies, set "minimum password length" to "6".

b
Samsung Android must be configured to not allow more than 10 consecutive failed authentication attempts.
AC-7 - Medium - CCI-000044 - V-258668 - SV-258668r931204_rule
RMF Control
AC-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000044
Version
KNOX-14-210060
Vuln IDs
  • V-258668
Rule IDs
  • SV-258668r931204_rule
The more attempts an adversary has to guess a password, the more likely the adversary will enter the correct password and gain access to resources on the device. Setting a limit on the number of attempts mitigates this risk. Setting the limit at 10 or fewer attempts gives authorized users the ability to make a few mistakes when entering the password but still provides adequate protection against dictionary or brute force attacks on the password. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #2c, FIA_AFL_EXT.1.5
Checks: C-62408r931202_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are allowing only 10 or fewer consecutive failed authentication attempts. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device password policies, verify "max password failures for local wipe" is set to "10" attempts or less. On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Lock screen. 2. Verify "Secure lock settings" is present and tap it. 3. Enter current password. 4. Verify "Auto factory reset" is grayed out, and cannot be configured. Note: When "Auto factory reset" is grayed out, this indicates the Administrator (MDM) is in control of the setting to wipe the device after 10 or fewer consecutive failed authentication attempts. If on the management tool "max password failures for local wipe" is not set to "10" attempts or less, or on the Samsung Android device the "Auto factory reset" menu can be configured, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62317r931203_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to allow only 10 or fewer consecutive failed authentication attempts. On the management tool, in the device password policies, set "max password failures for local wipe" to "10" attempts or fewer. A device password must be set for "max password failures for local wipe" to become active.

b
Samsung Android must be configured to lock the display after 15 minutes (or less) of inactivity.
AC-11 - Medium - CCI-000057 - V-258669 - SV-258669r931207_rule
RMF Control
AC-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000057
Version
KNOX-14-210070
Vuln IDs
  • V-258669
Rule IDs
  • SV-258669r931207_rule
The screen lock timeout must be set to a value that helps protect the device from unauthorized access. Having a too-long timeout would increase the window of opportunity for adversaries who gain physical access to the mobile device through loss, theft, etc. Such devices are much more likely to be in an unlocked state when acquired by an adversary, thus granting immediate access to the data on the mobile device. The maximum timeout period of 15 minutes has been selected to balance functionality and security; shorter timeout periods may be appropriate depending on the risks posed to the mobile device. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #2b
Checks: C-62409r931205_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are locking the device display after 15 minutes (or less) of inactivity. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device password policies, verify "max time to screen lock" is set to "15 minutes" or less. On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Lock screen. 2. Verify "Secure lock settings" is present and tap it. 3. Enter current password. 4. Tap "Auto lock when screen turns off". 5. Verify the listed timeout values are 15 minutes or less. If on the management tool "max time to screen lock" is not set to "15 minutes" or less, or on the Samsung Android device "Secure lock settings" is not present and the listed Screen timeout values include durations of more than 15 minutes, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62318r931206_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to lock the device display after 15 minutes (or less) of inactivity. On the management tool, in the device password policies, set "max time to screen lock" to "15 minutes" or less. A device password must be set for "max time to screen lock" to become active.

b
Samsung Android must be configured to disable authentication mechanisms providing user access to protected data other than a Password Authentication Factor: Face recognition.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-000767 - V-258670 - SV-258670r931210_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000767
Version
KNOX-14-210080
Vuln IDs
  • V-258670
Rule IDs
  • SV-258670r931210_rule
The biometric factor can be used to authenticate the user to unlock the mobile device. Unapproved/evaluated biometric mechanisms could allow unauthorized users to have access to DOD sensitive data if compromised. By not permitting the use of unapproved/evaluated biometric authentication mechanisms, this risk is mitigated. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #22, FIA_UAU.5.1
Checks: C-62410r931208_chk

Note: This requirement is not applicable for specific biometric authentication factors included in the product's Common Criteria evaluation. Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are disabling Face Recognition. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool in the device restrictions, verify "Face recognition" is set to "Disable". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Lock screen >> Screen lock type. 2. Enter current password. 3. Verify "Face" is disabled and cannot be enabled. If on the management tool "Face Recognition" is not set to "Disable", or on the Samsung Android device "Face" can be enabled, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62319r931209_fix

Note: This requirement is not applicable for specific biometric authentication factors included in the product's Common Criteria evaluation. Configure the Samsung Android devices to disable Face Recognition. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, set "Face Recognition" to "Disable".

b
Samsung Android must be configured to enable a screen-lock policy that will lock the display after a period of inactivity - Disable trust agents.
IA-2 - Medium - CCI-000767 - V-258671 - SV-258671r931213_rule
RMF Control
IA-2
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000767
Version
KNOX-14-210090
Vuln IDs
  • V-258671
Rule IDs
  • SV-258671r931213_rule
The screen lock timeout must be set to a value that helps protect the device from unauthorized access. Having a too-long timeout would increase the window of opportunity for adversaries who gain physical access to the mobile device through loss, theft, etc. Such devices are much more likely to be in an unlocked state when acquired by an adversary, thus granting immediate access to the data on the mobile device. The maximum timeout period of 15 minutes has been selected to balance functionality and security; shorter timeout periods may be appropriate depending on the risks posed to the mobile device. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #2a
Checks: C-62411r931211_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are disabling Trust Agents. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, verify "Trust Agents" are set to "Disable". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Security and privacy >> More security settings >> Trust agents. 2. Verify all listed Trust Agents are disabled and cannot be enabled. If a Trust Agent is not disabled in the list, verify for that Trust Agent, all of its listed Trustlets are disabled and cannot be enabled. If on the management tool "Trust Agents" are not set to "Disable", or on the Samsung Android device a "Trust Agent" or "Trustlet" can be enabled, this is a finding. Note: If the management tool has been correctly configured but a Trust Agent is still enabled, configure the "List of approved apps listed in managed Google Play" to disable it; refer to KNOX-14-210190. Exception: Trust Agents may be used if the Authorizing Official (AO) allows a screen lock timeout after four hours (or more) of inactivity. This may be applicable to tactical use case.

Fix: F-62320r931212_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to disable Trust Agents. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, set "Trust Agents" to "Disable".

b
Samsung Android must be configured to disable developer modes.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-000381 - V-258672 - SV-258672r931216_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
KNOX-14-210110
Vuln IDs
  • V-258672
Rule IDs
  • SV-258672r931216_rule
Developer modes expose features of the MOS that are not available during standard operation. An adversary may leverage a vulnerability inherent in a developer mode to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of DOD sensitive information. Disabling developer modes mitigates this risk. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #26
Checks: C-62412r931214_chk

Review the configure to determine if the Samsung Android devices are disabling developer modes. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, verify "Debugging Features" is set to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> About phone >> Software information. 2. Tap on the Build Number to try to enable "Developer Options" and validate that action is blocked. If on the management tool "Debugging Features" is not set to "Disallow" or on the Samsung Android device "Developer options" action is not blocked, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62321r931215_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to disable developer modes. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, set "Debugging Features" to "Disallow".

a
Samsung Android must be configured to disable all Bluetooth profiles except for HSP (Headset Profile), HFP (Hands-Free Profile), SPP (Serial Port Profile), A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile), and PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile).
CM-7 - Low - CCI-000381 - V-258673 - SV-258673r931219_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000381
Version
KNOX-14-210120
Vuln IDs
  • V-258673
Rule IDs
  • SV-258673r931219_rule
Some Bluetooth profiles provide the capability for remote transfer of sensitive DOD data without encryption or otherwise do not meet DOD IT security policies and therefore must be disabled. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1/BLUETOOTH BT-8
Checks: C-62413r931217_chk

Review the Samsung documentation and inspect the configuration to verify the Samsung Android devices are paired only with devices that support HSP, HFP, SPP, A2DP, AVRCP, and PBAP Bluetooth profiles. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device restrictions section, verify "Bluetooth" is set to the AO-approved selection: "Allow" if the AO has approved the use of Bluetooth or "Disallow" if the AO has not approved its use. On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Connections >> Bluetooth. 2. Verify all listed paired Bluetooth devices use only authorized Bluetooth profiles. If on the management tool "Bluetooth" is not set to the AO-approved value, or the Samsung Android device is paired with a device that uses unauthorized Bluetooth profiles, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62322r931218_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to disable Bluetooth, or if the AO has approved the use of Bluetooth (for example, for hands-free use), train users to only pair devices that support HSP, HFP, SPP, A2DP, AVRCP, and PBAP profiles. On the management tool, in the device restrictions section, set "Bluetooth" to the AO-approved selection: "Allow" if the AO has approved the use of Bluetooth or "Disallow" if the AO has not approved its use. The user training requirement is satisfied in requirement KNOX-14-210300.

c
Samsung Android must be configured to enable encryption for data at rest on removable storage media or, alternately, the use of removable storage media must be disabled.
SC-28 - High - CCI-001199 - V-258674 - SV-258674r931222_rule
RMF Control
SC-28
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-001199
Version
KNOX-14-210130
Vuln IDs
  • V-258674
Rule IDs
  • SV-258674r931222_rule
The MOS must ensure the data being written to the mobile device's removable media is protected from unauthorized access. If data at rest is unencrypted, it is vulnerable to disclosure. Even if the operating system enforces permissions on data access, an adversary can read removable media directly, thereby circumventing operating system controls. Encrypting the data ensures confidentiality is protected even when the operating system is not running. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #20, #47d
Checks: C-62414r931220_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are either enabling data-at-rest protection for removable media or disabling their use. This requirement is not applicable for devices that do not support removable storage media. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, verify "Mount physical media" is set to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device, verify that a microSD card cannot be mounted. The device should ignore the inserted SD card and no notifications for the transfer of media files should appear, nor should any files be listed using a file browser, such as Samsung My Files. If on the management tool "Mount physical media" is not set to "Disallow", or on the Samsung Android device a microSD card can be mounted, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62323r931221_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to enable data-at-rest protection for removable media, or alternatively, disable their use. This requirement is not applicable for devices that do not support removable storage media. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, set "Mount physical media" to "Disallow". This disables the use of all removable storage, e.g., microSD cards, USB thumb drives, etc. If the deployment requires the use of microSD cards, Knox Platform for Enterprise (KPE) can be used to allow them in a STIG-approved configuration. In this case, do not configure this policy, and instead replace with KPE policy (innately by the management tool or via Knox Service Plugin [KSP]) "Enforce external storage encryption" with value "enable".

b
Samsung Android must be configured to disable USB mass storage mode.
SC-41 - Medium - CCI-002546 - V-258675 - SV-258675r931225_rule
RMF Control
SC-41
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002546
Version
KNOX-14-210140
Vuln IDs
  • V-258675
Rule IDs
  • SV-258675r931225_rule
USB mass storage mode enables the transfer of data and software from one device to another. This software can include malware. When USB mass storage is enabled on a mobile device, it becomes a potential vector for malware and unauthorized data exfiltration. Prohibiting USB mass storage mode mitigates this risk. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #39
Checks: C-62415r931223_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are disabling USB mass storage mode. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, verify "USB file transfer" has been set to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device, from the "USB for file transfer" notification, verify that a "File Transfer" is not an option. If on the management tool "USB file transfer" is not set to "Disallow", or on the Samsung Android device a "File Transfer" is an option, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62324r931224_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to disable USB mass storage mode. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, set "USB file transfer" to "Disallow". DeX drag and drop file transfer capabilities will be prohibited, but all other DeX capabilities remain usable.

b
Samsung Android must be configured to not allow backup of all applications and configuration data to locally connected systems.
SC-4 - Medium - CCI-001090 - V-258676 - SV-258676r931228_rule
RMF Control
SC-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001090
Version
KNOX-14-210150
Vuln IDs
  • V-258676
Rule IDs
  • SV-258676r931228_rule
Data on mobile devices is protected by numerous mechanisms, including user authentication, access control, and cryptography. When the data is backed up to an external system (either locally connected or cloud based), many if not all of these mechanisms are no longer present. This leaves the backed-up data vulnerable to attack. Disabling backup to external systems mitigates this risk. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #40
Checks: C-62416r931226_chk

Verify requirement KNOX-14-210140 (disallow USB file transfer) has been implemented. If "Disallow USB file transfer" has not been implemented, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62325r931227_fix

Ensure "USB file transfer" has been disallowed (refer to requirement KNOX-14-210140).

b
Samsung Android must be configured to enable authentication of personal hotspot connections to the device using a pre-shared key.
AC-18 - Medium - CCI-001443 - V-258677 - SV-258677r931231_rule
RMF Control
AC-18
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001443
Version
KNOX-14-210160
Vuln IDs
  • V-258677
Rule IDs
  • SV-258677r931231_rule
If no authentication is required to establish personal hotspot connections (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), an adversary may be able to use that device to perform attacks on other devices or networks without detection. A sophisticated adversary may also be able to exploit unknown system vulnerabilities to access information and computing resources on the device. Requiring authentication to establish personal hotspot connections mitigates this risk. Application note: If hotspot functionality is permitted, it must be authenticated via a preshared key. There is no requirement to enable hotspot functionality, and it is recommended this functionality be disabled by default. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #41
Checks: C-62417r931229_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are enabling authentication of personal hotspot connections to the device using a preshared key. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, verify "Configure tethering" is set to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Connections. 2. Verify "Mobile Hotspot and Tethering" is grayed out. If on the management tool "Configure tethering" is not set to "Disallow", or on the Samsung Android device "Mobile Hotspot and Tethering" is not grayed out, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62326r931230_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to enable authentication of personal hotspot connections to the device using a preshared key. On the management tool in the device restrictions, set "Configure tethering" to "Disallow". If the deployment requires the use of Mobile Hotspot and Tethering, Knox Platform for Enterprise (KPE) policy can be used to allow them in a STIG-approved configuration. In this case, do not configure this policy and instead replace with KPE policy (innately by the management tool or via Knox Service Plugin [KSP]) "Allow open Wi-Fi connection" with value "Disable" and add Training Topic "Don't use Wi-Fi Sharing" (refer to Supplemental document for additional information).

b
Samsung Android must be configured to disallow configuration of the device's date and time.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258678 - SV-258678r931234_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210170
Vuln IDs
  • V-258678
Rule IDs
  • SV-258678r931234_rule
Determining the correct time a particular application event occurred on a system is critical when conducting forensic analysis and investigating system events. Periodically synchronizing internal clocks with an authoritative time source is necessary to correctly correlate the timing of events that occur across the enterprise. The three authoritative time sources for Samsung Android are an authoritative time server that is synchronized with redundant United States Naval Observatory (USNO) time servers as designated for the appropriate DOD network (NIPRNet or SIPRNet), the Global Positioning System (GPS), or the wireless carrier. Time stamps generated by the audit system in Samsung Android must include both date and time. The time may be expressed in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), a modern continuation of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), or local time with an offset from UTC. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62418r931232_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are disallowing the users from changing the date and time. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, verify "Configure Date/Time" is set to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> General management >> Date and time. 2. Verify "Automatic data and time" is on and the user cannot disable it. If on the management tool "Configure Date/Time" is not set to "Disallow", or on the Samsung Android device "Automatic date and time" is not set or the user can disable it, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62327r931233_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to disallow users from changing the date and time. On the management tool, in the device restrictions, set "Configure Date/Time" to "Disallow".

b
Samsung Android's Work profile must have the DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates installed.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258679 - SV-258679r931237_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210180
Vuln IDs
  • V-258679
Rule IDs
  • SV-258679r931237_rule
DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates are used to verify the authenticity of PKI certificates of users and web services. If the root and intermediate certificates are not available, an adversary could falsely sign a certificate in such a way that it could not be detected. Providing access to the DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates greatly diminishes the risk of this attack. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62419r931235_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android's Work profile has the DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates installed. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. The current DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates may be obtained in self-extracting zip files at https://cyber.mil/pki-pke (for NIPRNet). On the management tool, in the Work profile policy management, verify the DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates are installed. On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Security and privacy >> More security settings >> View security certificates. 2. In the User tab, verify the DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates are listed in the Work profile. If on the management tool the DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates are not listed in the Work profile, or on the Samsung Android device the DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates are not listed in the Work profile, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62328r931236_fix

Install the DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates into the Samsung Android devices' Work profile. The current DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates may be obtained in self-extracting zip files at https://cyber.mil/pki-pke (for NIPRNet). On the management tool, in the Work profile policy management, install the DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates.

b
Samsung Android's Work profile must be configured to enforce an application installation policy by specifying an application allowlist that restricts applications by the following characteristics: Names.
CM-7 - Medium - CCI-001764 - V-258680 - SV-258680r931240_rule
RMF Control
CM-7
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001764
Version
KNOX-14-210190
Vuln IDs
  • V-258680
Rule IDs
  • SV-258680r931240_rule
The application allowlist, in addition to controlling the installation of applications on the MD, must control user access/execution of all core and preinstalled applications, or the MD must provide an alternate method of restricting user access/execution to core and preinstalled applications. Core application: Any application integrated into the OS by the OS or MD vendors. Preinstalled application: Additional noncore applications included in the OS build by the OS vendor, MD vendor, or wireless carrier. Requiring all authorized applications to be in an application allowlist prevents the execution of any applications (e.g., unauthorized, malicious) that are not part of the allowlist. Failure to configure an application allowlist properly could allow unauthorized and malicious applications to be downloaded, installed, and executed on the mobile device, causing a compromise of DOD data accessible by these applications. The application allowlist, in addition to controlling the installation of applications on the MD, must control user access/execution of all core applications (included in the OS by the OS vendor) and preinstalled applications (provided by the MD vendor and wireless carrier), or the MD must provide an alternate method of restricting user access/execution to core and preinstalled applications. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #8b
Checks: C-62420r931238_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Work profile on the Samsung Android device is allowing users to install only applications that have been approved by the Authorizing Official (AO). This validation procedure is performed only on the management tool. On the management tool, in the app catalog for managed Google Play, verify that only AO-approved apps are available. If on the management tool the app catalog for managed Google Play includes non-AO-approved apps, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62329r931239_fix

Configure the Work profile on Samsung Android devices to allow users to install only applications that have been approved by the AO. In addition to any local policy, the AO must not approve applications that have certain prohibited characteristic; these are covered in KNOX-14-210200. On the management tool, in the app catalog for managed Google Play, add each AO-approved app to be available. Note: Managed Google Play is an allowed App Store.

b
Samsung Android's Work profile must be configured to not allow installation of applications with the following characteristics: - Back up MD data to non-DOD cloud servers (including user and application access to cloud backup services); - Transmit MD diagnostic data to non-DOD servers; - Voice assistant application if available when MD is locked; - Voice dialing application if available when MD is locked; - Allows synchronization of data or applications between devices associated with user; and - Allows unencrypted (or encrypted but not FIPS 140-2 validated) data sharing with other MDs or printers.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258681 - SV-258681r931243_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210200
Vuln IDs
  • V-258681
Rule IDs
  • SV-258681r931243_rule
Requiring all authorized applications to be in an application allowlist prevents the execution of any applications (e.g., unauthorized, malicious) that are not part of the allowlist. Failure to configure an application allowlist properly could allow unauthorized and malicious applications to be downloaded, installed, and executed on the mobile device, causing a compromise of DOD data accessible by these applications. Applications with the listed characteristics have features that can cause the compromise of sensitive DOD data or have features with no known application in the DOD environment. Application note: The application allowlist, in addition to controlling the installation of applications on the MD, must control user access/execution of all core and preinstalled applications, or the MD must provide an alternate method of restricting user access/execution to core and preinstalled applications. Core application: Any application integrated into the OS by the OS or MD vendors. Preinstalled application: Additional noncore applications included in the OS build by the OS vendor, MD vendor, or wireless carrier. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #8b
Checks: C-62421r931241_chk

Verify requirement KNOX-14-210190 (managed Google Play) has been implemented. If managed Google Play has not been implemented, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62330r931242_fix

The Authorizing Official (AO) must not approve applications with the following characteristics for installation by users in the Work profile: - Back up MD data to non-DOD cloud servers (including user and application access to cloud backup services); - Transmit MD diagnostic data to non-DOD servers; - Voice assistant application if available when MD is locked; - Voice dialing application if available when MD is locked; - Allows synchronization of data or applications between devices associated with user; - Payment processing; and - Allows unencrypted (or encrypted but not FIPS 140-2 validated) data sharing with other MDs, display screens (screen mirroring), or printers. Implement managed Google Play (refer to requirement KNOX-14-210190).

b
Samsung Android must be configured to not display the following (Work Environment) notifications when the device is locked: All notifications.
AC-11 - Medium - CCI-000060 - V-258682 - SV-258682r931246_rule
RMF Control
AC-11
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000060
Version
KNOX-14-210210
Vuln IDs
  • V-258682
Rule IDs
  • SV-258682r931246_rule
Many mobile devices display notifications on the lock screen so that users can obtain relevant information in a timely manner without having to frequently unlock the phone to determine if there are new notifications. However, in many cases, these notifications can contain sensitive information. When they are available on the lock screen, an adversary can see them merely by being in close physical proximity to the device. Configuring the MOS to not send notifications to the lock screen mitigates this risk. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #18
Checks: C-62422r931244_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are not displaying (Work Environment) notifications when the device is locked. Notifications of incoming phone calls are acceptable even when the device is locked. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool Administration Console and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions section, verify "Unredacted Notifications" is set to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Notifications >> Lock screen notifications. 2. Verify "Sensitive work profile notifications" is disabled. If on the management tool "Unredacted Notifications" is not set to "Disallow", or on the Samsung Android device "Sensitive work profile notifications" is not disabled, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62331r931245_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to not display (Work Environment) notifications when the device is locked. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions section, set "Unredacted Notifications" to "Disallow".

b
Samsung Android's Work profile must be configured to enable audit logging.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258683 - SV-258683r931249_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210220
Vuln IDs
  • V-258683
Rule IDs
  • SV-258683r931249_rule
Audit logs enable monitoring of security-relevant events and subsequent forensics when breaches occur. They help identify attacks so that breaches can either be prevented or limited in their scope. They facilitate analysis to improve performance and security. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62423r931247_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices' Work profile is enabling audit logging. This validation procedure is performed on the management tool only. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions, verify "Security logging" is set to "Enable". If on the management tool "Security logging" is not set to "Enable", this is a finding.

Fix: F-62332r931248_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices' Work profile to enable audit logging. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions section, set "Security logging" to "Enable".

b
Samsung Android's Work profile must be configured to prevent users from adding personal email accounts to the work email app.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258684 - SV-258684r931252_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210230
Vuln IDs
  • V-258684
Rule IDs
  • SV-258684r931252_rule
If the user is able to add a personal email account (POP3, IMAP, EAS) to the work email app, it could be used to forward sensitive DOD data to unauthorized recipients. Restricting email account addition to the Administrator or to allowlisted accounts mitigates this vulnerability. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62424r931250_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are preventing users from adding personal email accounts to the work email app. On the management tool, in the device restrictions section, verify "Modify accounts" is set to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Accounts and backup >> Manage accounts. 2. Navigate to the "Work" tab. 3. Verify no account can be added. If on the management tool "Modify accounts" is not set to "Disallow", or on the Samsung Android device an account can be added, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62333r931251_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to prevent users from adding personal email accounts to the work email app. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions, set "Modify accounts" to "Disallow".

b
Samsung Android's Work profile must be configured to not allow backup of all applications, configuration data to remote systems.- Disable Data Sync Framework.
SC-4 - Medium - CCI-001090 - V-258685 - SV-258685r950990_rule
RMF Control
SC-4
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-001090
Version
KNOX-14-210240
Vuln IDs
  • V-258685
Rule IDs
  • SV-258685r950990_rule
Backups to remote systems (including cloud backup) can leave data vulnerable to breach on the external systems, which often offer less protection than the MOS. Where the remote backup involves a cloud-based solution, the backup capability is often used to synchronize data across multiple devices. In this case, DOD devices may synchronize DOD sensitive information to a user's personal device or other unauthorized computers that are vulnerable to breach. The Data Sync Framework allows apps to synchronize data between the mobile device and other web-based services. This uses accounts for services the user has added to the mobile device. Preventing the user from adding accounts to the device mitigates this risk. For COBO/COPE (work profile), data cannot be backed up remotely via Backup Services. Work (profile) data could be backed up by adding an account to an app that supports the data sync framework; however, this is mitigated by preventing the addition of any accounts to the Work profile. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #40
Checks: C-62425r931253_chk

Verify requirement KNOX-14-210230 (disallow modify accounts) has been implemented. If "disallow modify accounts" has not been implemented, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62334r931254_fix

Disallow modify accounts (refer to requirement KNOX-14-210230).

b
Samsung Android's Work profile must be configured to disable exceptions to the access control policy that prevent application processes and groups of application processes from accessing all data stored by other application processes and groups of application processes.
AC-6 - Medium - CCI-002233 - V-258686 - SV-258686r931258_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002233
Version
KNOX-14-210250
Vuln IDs
  • V-258686
Rule IDs
  • SV-258686r931258_rule
App data sharing gives apps the ability to access the data of other apps for enhanced user functionality. However, sharing also poses a significant risk that unauthorized users or apps will obtain access to DOD sensitive information. To mitigate this risk, there are data sharing restrictions, primarily from sharing data from personal (unmanaged) apps and work (managed) apps. If a user is allowed to make exceptions to the data sharing restriction policy, the user could enable unauthorized sharing of data, leaving it vulnerable to breach. Limiting the granting of exceptions to either the Administrator or common application developer mitigates this risk. Copy/paste of data between applications in different application processes or groups of application processes is considered an exception to the access control policy and therefore, the Administrator must be able to enable/disable the feature. Other exceptions include allowing any data or application sharing between process groups. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #42, FDP_ACF_EXT.1.2
Checks: C-62426r931256_chk

Review the Samsung documentation and inspect the configuration to verify the Samsung Android devices are enabling an access control policy that prevents application processes and groups of application processes from accessing all data stored by other application processes and groups of application processes. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions, set "Cross profile copy/paste" to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Using any Work app, copy text to the clipboard. 2. Using any Personal app, verify the clipboard text cannot be pasted. If on the management tool "Cross profile copy/paste" is not set to "Disallow", or on the Samsung Android device the clipboard text can be pasted into a Personal app, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62335r931257_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to enable an access control policy that prevents application processes and groups of application processes from accessing all data stored by other application processes and groups of application processes. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions section, set "Cross profile copy/paste" to "Disallow".

b
Samsung Android's Work profile must allow only the Administrator (management tool) to perform the following management function: Install/remove DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258687 - SV-258687r931261_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210260
Vuln IDs
  • V-258687
Rule IDs
  • SV-258687r931261_rule
DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates are used to verify the authenticity of PKI certificates of users and web services. If the user is allowed to remove root and intermediate certificates, the user could allow an adversary to falsely sign a certificate in such a way that it could not be detected. Restricting the ability to remove DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates to the Administrator mitigates this risk. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62427r931259_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices' Work profile is preventing users from removing DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions, verify "Configure credentials" is set to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Security and privacy >> More security settings >> View security certificates. 2. In the System tab, verify no listed certificate in the Work profile can be untrusted. 3. In the User tab, verify no listed certificate in the Work profile can be removed. If on the management tool the device "Configure credentials" is not set to "Disallow", or on the Samsung Android device a certificate can be untrusted or removed, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62336r931260_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices' Work profile to prevent users from removing DOD root and intermediate PKI certificates. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions, set "Configure credentials" to "Disallow".

b
Samsung Android must be configured to enforce an application installation policy by specifying one or more authorized application repositories, including DOD-approved commercial app repository, management tool server, or mobile application store.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258688 - SV-258688r931264_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210270
Vuln IDs
  • V-258688
Rule IDs
  • SV-258688r931264_rule
Forcing all applications to be installed from authorized application repositories can prevent unauthorized and malicious applications from being installed and executed on mobile devices. Allowing such installations and executions could cause a compromise of DOD data accessible by these unauthorized/malicious applications. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #8a
Checks: C-62428r931262_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are disabling unauthorized application repositories. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions, verify "installs from unknown sources globally" is set to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Security and privacy >> More security settings >> Install unknown apps. 2. In the "Personal" tab, verify that each app listed has the status "Disabled" under the app name or no apps are listed. 3. In the "Work" tab, verify that each app listed has the status "Disabled" under the app name or no apps are listed. If on the management tool "installs from unknown sources globally" is not set to "Disallow", or on the Samsung Android device an app is listed with a status other than "Disabled", this is a finding.

Fix: F-62337r931263_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to disable unauthorized application repositories. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions, set "installs from unknown sources globally" to "Disallow". Note: Google Play must not be disabled. Disabling Google Play will cause system instability and critical updates will not be received.

a
Samsung Android's Work profile must be configured to enable Common Criteria (CC) mode.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-258689 - SV-258689r931267_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210280
Vuln IDs
  • V-258689
Rule IDs
  • SV-258689r931267_rule
The CC mode feature is a superset of other features and behavioral changes that are mandatory MDFPP requirements. If CC mode is not implemented, the device will not be operating in the NIAP-certified compliant CC mode of operation. When enforcing Android Enterprise (AE) CC mode on a Samsung Android device, additional Samsung-specific security features are also enabled. CC mode implements the following behavioral/functional changes to meet MDFPP requirements: - How the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi keys are stored using different types of encryption. - Download mode is disabled and all updates will occur via Firmware Over the Air (FOTA) only. In addition, CC mode adds new restrictions not to meet MDFPP requirements but to offer better security above what is required: - Force password info following FOTA update for consistency. - Disable Remote unlock by FindMyMobile. - Restrict biometric attempts to 10. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62429r931265_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are enabling CC mode. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions, verify "Common Criteria mode" is set to "Enable". On the Samsung Android device, put the device into "Download mode" (press and hold down the Home + Power + Volume Down buttons at the same time) and verify the text "Blocked by CC Mode" is displayed on the screen. If on the management tool "Common Criteria mode" is not set to "Enable", or on the Samsung Android device the text "Blocked by CC Mode" is not displayed in "Download mode", this is a finding.

Fix: F-62338r931266_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to enable CC mode. On the management tool, in the Work profile restrictions, set "Common Criteria mode" to "Enable".

a
Samsung Android must not accept the certificate when it cannot establish a connection to determine the validity of a certificate.
IA-5 - Low - CCI-000185 - V-258690 - SV-258690r931270_rule
RMF Control
IA-5
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000185
Version
KNOX-14-210290
Vuln IDs
  • V-258690
Rule IDs
  • SV-258690r931270_rule
Certificate-based security controls depend on the ability of the system to verify the validity of a certificate. If the MOS were to accept an invalid certificate, it could take unauthorized actions, resulting in unanticipated outcomes. At the same time, if the MOS were to disable functionality when it could not determine the validity of the certificate, this could result in a denial of service. Therefore, the ability to provide exceptions is appropriate to balance the tradeoff between security and functionality. Always accepting certificates when they cannot be determined to be valid is the most extreme exception policy and is not appropriate in the DOD context. Involving an Administrator or user in the exception decision mitigates this risk to some degree. SFR ID: FIA_X509_EXT_2.2
Checks: C-62430r931268_chk

Verify requirement KNOX-14-210280 (Common Criteria mode) has been implemented. If "Common Criteria mode" has not been implemented, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62339r931269_fix

Implement "Common Criteria mode" (refer to requirement KNOX-14-210280).

b
Samsung Android device users must complete required training.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258691 - SV-258691r931273_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210300
Vuln IDs
  • V-258691
Rule IDs
  • SV-258691r931273_rule
The security posture of Samsung devices requires the device user to configure several required policy rules on their device. User-Based Enforcement (UBE) is required for these controls. In addition, if the Authorizing Official (AO) has approved the use of an unmanaged personal space, the user must receive training on risks. If a user is not aware of their responsibilities and does not comply with UBE requirements, the security posture of the Samsung mobile device may become compromised, and DOD sensitive data may become compromised. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62431r931271_chk

Review a sample of site User Agreements for Samsung device users or similar training records and training course content. Verify Samsung device users have completed required training. The intent is that required training is renewed on a periodic basis in a time period determined by the AO. If any Samsung device user has not completed required training, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62340r931272_fix

Have all Samsung device users complete training on the following topics. Users should acknowledge they have reviewed training via a signed User Agreement or similar written record. Training topics: - Operational security concerns introduced by unmanaged applications/unmanaged personal space including applications using Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking. - Need to ensure no DOD data is saved to the personal space 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 hand-off. Follow Mobility service provider decommissioning procedures as applicable. - How to configure the following UBE controls (users must configure the control) on the Samsung device: 1. Secure use of Calendar Alarm. 2. Local screen mirroring and MirrorLink procedures (authorized/not authorized for use). 3. Do not connect Samsung devices (via either DeX Station or dongle) to any DOD network via Ethernet connection. 4. Do not upload DOD contacts via smart call and caller ID services. 5. Disable Wi-Fi Sharing. 6. Do not configure a DOD network (work) VPN profile on any third-party VPN client installed in the personal space. - AO guidance on acceptable use and restrictions, if any, on downloading and installing personal apps and data (music, photos, etc.) in the Samsung device personal space.

c
The Samsung Android device must have the latest available Samsung Android operating system (OS) installed.
CM-6 - High - CCI-000366 - V-258692 - SV-258692r931276_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
High
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-210310
Vuln IDs
  • V-258692
Rule IDs
  • SV-258692r931276_rule
Required security features are not available in earlier OS versions. In addition, earlier versions may have known vulnerabilities. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62432r931274_chk

Review the configuration to confirm if the Samsung Android devices have the most recently released version of Samsung Android installed. This procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. In the management tool management console, review the version of Samsung Android installed on a sample of managed devices. This procedure will vary depending on the management tool product. Refer to the notes below to determine the latest available OS version. On the Samsung Android device, to determine the installed OS version: 1. Open Settings. 2. Tap "About phone". 3. Tap "Software information". If the installed version of Android OS on any reviewed Samsung devices is not the latest released by the wireless carrier, this is a finding. Note: Some wireless carriers list the version of the latest Android OS release by mobile device model online: ATT: https://www.att.com/devicehowto/dsm.html#!/popular/make/Samsung Verizon Wireless: https://www.verizonwireless.com/support/software-updates/ Google Android OS patch website: https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/ Samsung Android OS patch website: https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb

Fix: F-62341r931275_fix

Install the latest released version of Samsung Android OS on all managed Samsung devices. Note: In most cases, OS updates are released by the wireless carrier (for example, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, and ATT).

b
The Samsung Android device must be configured to enable Certificate Revocation List (CRL) status checking.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258693 - SV-258693r950989_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-225010
Vuln IDs
  • V-258693
Rule IDs
  • SV-258693r950989_rule
A CRL allows a certificate issuer to revoke a certificate for any reason, including improperly issued certificates and compromise of the private keys. Checking the revocation status of the certificate mitigates the risk associated with using a compromised certificate. For this reason, users must not be able to disable this configuration. Samsung Android can control CRL checking but only using Knox APIs. Alternatively, CRL checking is based on app development best practice. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62433r931277_chk

Review the configuration to confirm that revocation checking is enabled. Verify the revocation checklist is set to "All Applications". This procedure is performed on the management tool. On the management tool: 1. Open Certificates Policy >> Revocation section. 2. Select "Get CRL". 3. Verify Toast message "Get revocation check: true". If on the management tool the revocation check is disabled, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62342r950989_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to enable CRL revocation checks for all applications. These revocation checks must be enabled using the Knox KPE APIs. On the management tool, in the Certificate Policy restrictions, enable "Revocation Checks" for "All Applications".

b
The Samsung Android device must be configured to enforce that Wi-Fi Sharing is disabled.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258694 - SV-258694r931282_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-225020
Vuln IDs
  • V-258694
Rule IDs
  • SV-258694r931282_rule
Wi-Fi Sharing is an optional configuration of Wi-Fi Tethering/Mobile Hotspot, which allows the device to share its Wi-Fi connection with other wirelessly connected devices instead of its mobile (cellular) connection. Wi-Fi Sharing grants the "other" device access to a corporate Wi-Fi network and may possibly bypass the network access control mechanisms. This risk can be partially mitigated by requiring the use of a preshared key for personal hotspots. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #47
Checks: C-62434r931280_chk

Verify requirement KNOX-14-210160 (disallow config tethering) has been implemented. If "Disallow config tethering" has not been implemented, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62343r931281_fix

Implement "Disallow config tethering" (refer to requirement KNOX-14-210160).

b
The Samsung Android device work profile must be configured to enforce the system application disable list.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258695 - SV-258695r931285_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-225030
Vuln IDs
  • V-258695
Rule IDs
  • SV-258695r931285_rule
The system application disable list controls user access to/execution of all core and preinstalled applications. Core application: Any application integrated into Samsung Android 14 by Samsung. Preinstalled application: Additional noncore applications included in the Samsung Android 14 build by Samsung or the wireless carrier. Some system applications can compromise DOD data or upload users' information to non-DOD-approved servers. A user must be blocked from using such applications that exhibit behavior that can result in compromise of DOD data or DOD user information. The site administrator must analyze all preinstalled applications on the device and disable all applications not approved for DOD use by configuring the system application disable list. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #47
Checks: C-62435r931283_chk

Review the configuration to confirm the system application disable list is enforced. This setting is enforced by default. Verify only approved system apps have been placed on the core allowlist. This procedure is performed on the management tool. Review the system app allowlist and verify only approved apps are on the list. On the management tool, in the Apps management section, select "Unhide apps" and verify the names of the apps listed. If on the management tool the system app allowlist contains unapproved core apps, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62344r931284_fix

Configure the Samsung Android 14 device to enforce the system application disable list. The required configuration is the default configuration when the device is enrolled. If the device configuration is changed, use the following procedure to bring the device back into compliance: On the management tool: 1. Open "Apps management" section. 2. Select "Hide apps". 3. Enter names of apps to hide. Configure a list of approved Samsung core and preinstalled apps in the core app allowlist.

b
The Samsung Android device must be provisioned as a fully managed device and configured to create a work profile.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258696 - SV-258696r931288_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-225040
Vuln IDs
  • V-258696
Rule IDs
  • SV-258696r931288_rule
The Android Enterprise work profile is the designated application group for the COPE use case. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #47
Checks: C-62436r931286_chk

Verify requirement KNOX-14-210010 (COPE enrollment) has been implemented. If "COPE enrollment" has not been implemented, this is a finding."

Fix: F-62345r931287_fix

Implement "COPE enrollment" (refer to requirement KNOX-14-210010).

b
The Samsung Android device work profile must be configured to disable automatic completion of work space internet browser text input.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258697 - SV-258697r931291_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-225050
Vuln IDs
  • V-258697
Rule IDs
  • SV-258697r931291_rule
The autofill functionality in the web browser allows the user to complete a form that contains sensitive information, such as personally identifiable information (PII), without previous knowledge of the information. By allowing the use of autofill functionality, an adversary who learns a user's Android 14 device password, or who otherwise is able to unlock the device, may be able to further breach other systems by relying on the autofill feature to provide information unknown to the adversary. By disabling the autofill functionality, the risk of an adversary gaining further information about the device's user or compromising other systems is significantly mitigated. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #47
Checks: C-62437r931289_chk

Review the work profile Chrome Browser app on the Samsung Android 14 autofill setting. This validation procedure is performed on the management tool. On the management tool: 1. Open "Managed Configurations" section. 2. Select the Chrome Browser version from the work profile. 3. Verify "PasswordManagerEnabled" is turned "OFF". 4. Verify "AutofillAddressEnabled" is turned "OFF". 5. Verify "AutofillCreditCardEnabled" is turned "OFF". If on the management tool any of the browser autofill settings are set to "On" in the Chrome Browser Settings, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62346r931290_fix

Configure the Samsung Android 14 device to disable the autofill functionality. The required configuration is the default configuration when the device is enrolled. If the device configuration is changed, use the following procedure to bring the device back into compliance: On the management tool: 1. Open the "Managed configurations" section. 2. Select the Chrome Browser version from the work profile. 3. Ensure "PasswordManagerEnabled" is turned "OFF". 4. Ensure "AutofillAddressEnabled" is turned "OFF". 5. Ensure "AutofillCreditCardEnabled" is turned "OFF".

b
The Samsung Android device work profile must be configured to disable the autofill services.
CM-6 - Medium - CCI-000366 - V-258698 - SV-258698r931294_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-225060
Vuln IDs
  • V-258698
Rule IDs
  • SV-258698r931294_rule
The autofill services allow the user to complete text inputs that could contain sensitive information, such as personally identifiable information (PII), without previous knowledge of the information. By allowing the use of autofill services, an adversary who learns a user's Android 14 device password, or who otherwise is able to unlock the device, may be able to further breach other systems by relying on the autofill services to provide information unknown to the adversary. By disabling the autofill services, the risk of an adversary gaining further information about the device's user or compromising other systems is significantly mitigated. Examples of apps that offer autofill services include Samsung Pass, Google, Dashlane, LastPass, and 1Password. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #47
Checks: C-62438r931292_chk

Review the Samsung Android 14 work profile configuration settings to confirm that autofill services are disabled. This validation procedure is performed on the management tool. On the management tool: 1. Open "Set user restrictions". 2. Verify "Disable autofill" is toggled to "ON". If on the management tool the "disallow autofill" is not selected, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62347r931293_fix

Configure the Samsung Android 14 device to disable the autofill services. On the management tool, in the Work profile User restrictions section, set "Disable autofill" to "Enable".

a
The Samsung Android device must be configured to disable the use of third-party keyboards.
CM-6 - Low - CCI-000366 - V-258699 - SV-258699r931297_rule
RMF Control
CM-6
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-000366
Version
KNOX-14-225070
Vuln IDs
  • V-258699
Rule IDs
  • SV-258699r931297_rule
Many third-party keyboard applications are known to contain malware. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1 #47
Checks: C-62439r931295_chk

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: F-62348r931296_fix

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.

b
The Samsung Android device must be configured to disable all data signaling over [assignment: list of externally accessible hardware ports (for example, USB)].
AC-6 - Medium - CCI-002235 - V-258700 - SV-258700r931300_rule
RMF Control
AC-6
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002235
Version
KNOX-14-225080
Vuln IDs
  • V-258700
Rule IDs
  • SV-258700r931300_rule
If a user is able to configure the security setting, the user could inadvertently or maliciously set it to a value that poses unacceptable risk to DOD information systems. An adversary could exploit vulnerabilities created by the weaker configuration to compromise DOD sensitive information. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #24
Checks: C-62440r931298_chk

Review the device configuration to confirm the USB port is disabled except for charging the device. On the management tool: Verify "Enable USB data signaling" is toggled to "OFF". If on the management tool the USB port is not disabled, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62349r931299_fix

Configure the Samsung Android 14 device to disable the USB port (except for charging the device). On the management tool: Toggle "Enable USB data signaling" to "OFF".

a
The Samsung Android device must be configured to perform the following management function: Disable Phone Hub.
SC-4 - Low - CCI-001090 - V-258701 - SV-258701r931303_rule
RMF Control
SC-4
Severity
Low
CCI
CCI-001090
Version
KNOX-14-225090
Vuln IDs
  • V-258701
Rule IDs
  • SV-258701r931303_rule
It may be possible to transfer work profile data on a DOD Android device to an unauthorized Chromebook if the user has the same Google Account set up on the Chromebook. This may result in the exposure of sensitive DOD data. SFR ID: FMT_MOF_EXT.1.2 #47
Checks: C-62441r931301_chk

Review the management tool to confirm Phone Hub has been disabled. On the management tool: 1. Open "Nearby notification streaming policy". 2. Verify "Nearby notification streaming policy" is set to "Disabled". 3. Open "Nearby app streaming policy". 4. Verify "Nearby app streaming policy" is set to "Disabled". If on the management tool the "Nearby Streaming Policy" is not set to "Disabled", this is a finding. Note: From a Chromebook, if a device is connected to the Phone Hub, try to set up the Notifications. It will fail to connect to the device to complete the setup if Phone Hub has been disabled on the DOD Android device.

Fix: F-62350r931302_fix

Configure the Samsung Android 14 device to disable the nearby notification and app streaming policy to disable Phone Hub. On the management tool: 1. Open "Nearby notification streaming policy". 2. Set "Nearby notification streaming policy" to "Disabled". 3. Open "Nearby app streaming policy". 4. Set "Nearby app streaming policy" to "Disabled".

b
Samsung Android must be configured to disable ad hoc wireless client-to-client connection capability.
SC-40 - Medium - CCI-002536 - V-258702 - SV-258702r931306_rule
RMF Control
SC-40
Severity
Medium
CCI
CCI-002536
Version
KNOX-14-240110
Vuln IDs
  • V-258702
Rule IDs
  • SV-258702r931306_rule
Ad hoc wireless client-to-client connections allow mobile devices to communicate with each other directly, circumventing network security policies and making the traffic invisible. This could allow the exposure of sensitive DOD data and increase the risk of downloading and installing malware of the DOD mobile device. SFR ID: FMT_SMF_EXT.1.1/WLAN
Checks: C-62442r931304_chk

Review the configuration to determine if the Samsung Android devices are disallowing Wi-Fi Direct. This validation procedure is performed on both the management tool and the Samsung Android device. On the management tool, in the user restrictions, verify "Wi-Fi Direct" has been set to "Disallow". On the Samsung Android device: 1. Open Settings >> Connections >> Wi-Fi. 2. From the hamburger menu, select Wi-Fi Direct. 3. Verify no available devices are listed. If on the management tool "Wi-Fi Direct" is not set to "Disallow", or on the Samsung Android device a Wi-Fi direct device is listed that can be connected to, this is a finding.

Fix: F-62351r931305_fix

Configure the Samsung Android devices to disallow Wi-Fi Direct. On the management tool, in the user restrictions, set "Wi-Fi Direct" to "Disallow". Wi-Fi direct connections and pairing between devices will become unavailable.