Apple iOS/iPadOS 17 must implement the management setting: approved Apple Watches must be managed by an MDM.
An XCCDF Rule
Description
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- ID
- SV-258361r959010_rule
- Severity
- Medium
- References
- Updated
Remediation - Manual Procedure
If the AO has not approved the use of Apple Watch with DOD-owned iPhones, this requirement is not applicable.
If the AO has approved the use of Apple Watch with DOD-owned iPhones, enroll the Apple Watch in MDM management.
Note: The iPhone paired to the Apple Watch must be supervised for the MDM to manage the Apple Watch.