Cis Gworkspace 3.1.4.1.2

Ensure internal filesharing in Google Chat and Hangouts is disabled (Manual)

Description

Control how files are shared internally in Google Chat and Hangouts.

Rationale

Files often contain confidential information, and some organizations, particularly in regulated industries, need to control the flow of this information within and outside of their organization.

Impact

Users will not be able to share files via chat internally.

Audit Procedure

Using Google Workspace Admin Console

1. Log in to https://admin.google.com as an administrator
2. Select Apps
3. Select Google Chat and classic Hangouts
4. Select Chat File Sharing
5. Under Setting, verify Internal filesharing is set to No files

Expected Result

Internal filesharing should be set to No files.

Remediation

Using Google Workspace Admin Console

1. Log in to https://admin.google.com as an administrator
2. Select Apps
3. Select Google Chat and classic Hangouts
4. Select Chat File Sharing
5. Under Setting, set Internal filesharing to No files
6. Select Save

Default Value

Internal filesharing is Allow all files

CIS Controls

Profile

Level 2