On Wednesday (August 17), Apple Company (Apple) has released two security reports, which revealed that A serious security vulnerability exists in iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices that could allow hackers to gain complete control over these devices.
the company said “Acknowledged that the problem could be exploited” and said it had developed a fix for the operating system to close the vulnerabilities since Tuesday.
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For Apple devices affected by the vulnerability include:
- iPhone models from 6s onwards
- All iPads running iPadOS 15 (including Gen 5 and later models, all iPad Pro models, iPad mini 4, and iPad Air 2).
- All Macs running the MacOS Monterey operating system.
by Apple and experts recommend that those who use the device Update the operating system as soon as possible to iOS 15.6.1 (on iPhone), iPadOS 15.6.1 (on iPad) and MacOS Monterey 12.5.1 (on Mac).
Rachel Tobak, CEO of cybersecurity firm SocialProof Security, said Apple’s vulnerabilities would allow hackers to: “Full device access as if they were the owner of the device”, often in the form of malware. and clicking on various unsolicited links
She said that people who should pay special attention to this issue when updating their operating system are. “People in the public eye” such as political activists, politicians or journalists who may be targeted by malicious surveillance.
Apple did not provide details on the number of users affected by the vulnerability. But it is recommended that users of Apple devices update the operating system as soon as possible.
Earlier, Apple said Future operating systems will have a “Rapid Security Response” function that will allow Apple to update your device without rebooting.
The company also plans to launch a feature called “Lockdown Mode,” which can shut down vulnerable applications and features if it is hit by a cyberattack.
However, Apple cautions that this function is “The ultimate optional defense should only be used if you believe you could be personally targeted by highly sophisticated cyberattacks.”
These features will be added to iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura systems, these operating systems are currently in beta testing. and there are rumors that It may be officially launched at Apple’s new product launch event in September.
Compiled from The Guardian
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