Govt issues high-risk warning for iPhone users in India, advices them to update phone immediately
1 year, 6 months ago

Govt issues high-risk warning for iPhone users in India, advices them to update phone immediately

India Today  

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has issued a security warning for iPhone users in India, and if not mitigated, hackers may get full control of the device. The security agency points out that if the vulnerabilities are exploited, the attacker can "execute arbitrary code on the target system," meaning the hacker may even gain control of the device. Apple has released iOS 15.7.7 and iPadOS 15.7.7 updates for iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, iPhone SE, iPad Air 2, iPad mini, and iPod touch. There are also iOS 16.5.1 and iPadOS 16.5.1 updates for iPhone 8 and later, iPad Pro, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later. Speaking about the iOS kernel issue, the support page points out, "An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.

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iOS 18.2 fixes critical security risks: Here’s why you MUST update your device
1 week, 5 days ago

iOS 18.2 fixes critical security risks: Here’s why you MUST update your device

Live Mint  

Apple iOS 18.2 Update: Apple has rolled out iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2 updates, providing critical security fixes for its devices, including iPhone XS and later models, as well as various iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad, and iPad mini generations. Here is a breakdown of the key issues addressed in the latest update: Data Privacy Risks Multiple vulnerabilities were patched …

'High risk' for Apple iPhone, iPad, Mac users, government warns
4 weeks, 1 day ago

'High risk' for Apple iPhone, iPad, Mac users, government warns

Hindustan Times  

The government has issued a warning to certain Apple users, citing two software vulnerabilities that could result in a “high risk of unauthorized access, data theft, or gain control of the affected system”. Customers queue outside the Apple Inc. BKC store in Mumbai, India, seeking the iPhone 16 on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 This ‘high’ severity issue affects Intel-based Mac …

Apple asks users to update software as soon as possible to fix security issues
1 month ago

Apple asks users to update software as soon as possible to fix security issues

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Apple has released a new software update with “important security fixes” for iPhones, …

Indian govt. issues critical warning for THESE Apple users: How to protect your device
1 month ago

Indian govt. issues critical warning for THESE Apple users: How to protect your device

Live Mint  

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has issued a critical advisory warning users about vulnerabilities in Apple products. These security flaws primarily affect devices running older versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, Vision OS, and Safari, exposing users to potential cyber threats. In cases where devices have reached the end of their support lifecycle and can no longer receive updates, CERT-In …

Indian Government Issues High Severity Warning for Android Users
3 months, 1 week ago

Indian Government Issues High Severity Warning for Android Users

Deccan Chronicle  

The Central government has issued “High” severity warning for Android users, highlighting multiple vulnerabilities that affect Android versions 12, 12L, 13 and 14. Indian Computer Emergency Response Team under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology said that attackers could exploit these vulnerabilities to obtain sensitive information. "Multiple vulnerabilities have been reported in Android which could be exploited by an …

India’s CERT-IN flags ‘multiple vulnerabilities’ in software of Apple devices including iPhone, VisionPro headset, Mac, iPad, and Apple Watch
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India’s CERT-IN flags ‘multiple vulnerabilities’ in software of Apple devices including iPhone, VisionPro headset, Mac, iPad, and Apple Watch

The Hindu  

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, or CERT-IN, has flagged multiple vulnerabilities in Apple software products and given them a severity rating of ‘High’ in an advisory dated August 2. “Multiple vulnerabilities have been reported in Apple products which could allow an attacker to access sensitive information, execute arbitrary code, bypass security restrictions, cause denial of service and perform spoofing …

Apple iPhone, iPad and MacBook users may be at high risk: Centre issues warning about critical vulnerability
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Apple iPhone, iPad and MacBook users may be at high risk: Centre issues warning about critical vulnerability

Hindustan Times  

The government on Wednesday issued a "high-risk" warning for users of Apple's iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, and Vision Pro headsets which highlights critical vulnerability identified in connection to “remote code execution”. iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 5th generation, iPad Pro 9.7-inch, and iPad Pro 12.9-inch 1st generation users are at risk. As per the security advisory from the …

Alert! High severity warning for Apple iPhone and iPad users. Follow these 6 steps to protect your device
9 months ago

Alert! High severity warning for Apple iPhone and iPad users. Follow these 6 steps to protect your device

Hindustan Times  

CERT-In- Indian Computer Emergency Response Team- issued a high severity for Apple iOS and iPad OS devices. The vulnerability can “allow an attacker to trigger denial of service condition, execute arbitrary code, sensitive information disclose and bypass security restrictions on the targeted system”, the warning read. Government has issued a high severity warning for Apple iPhone users. The security risk …

Indian Govt issues warning against iPhones and iPads running older OS, advises urgent update
1 year, 2 months ago

Indian Govt issues warning against iPhones and iPads running older OS, advises urgent update

India Today  

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team issued a high-severity warning to Apple users about serious vulnerabilities in multiple Apple products. Apple devices affected by the vulnerabilities â€â Apple iPhone and iPad with iOS and iPadOS versions prior to 16.7.1. The affected software includes Apple iOS and iPadOS versions prior to 16.7.1, which are commonly used on devices such as iPhone …

Centre issues ‘high severity’ warning to Apple users. Check details
1 year, 3 months ago

Centre issues ‘high severity’ warning to Apple users. Check details

Hindustan Times  

The Centre has issued a ‘high severity’ warning to Apple users, cautioning them about multiple vulnerabilities in its products. Apple iOS versions prior to 16.7 and iPadOS versions prior to 16.7 6. Apple iOS versions prior to 17.0.1 and iPadOS versions prior to 17.0.1 7. Apple Safari versions prior to 16.6.1 The government has recommended users to install updates as …

Indian Govt Is Warning These Apple Users About High Risk Vulnerabilities: All Details
1 year, 3 months ago

Indian Govt Is Warning These Apple Users About High Risk Vulnerabilities: All Details

News 18  

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has issued a ‘high’ severity warning to users of various Apple products, including Macs, iPhones, iPads, and even the Apple Watch. Who Is Affected: According to CERT-In, users on the following software versions are affected: Apple macOS Monterey versions prior to 12.7 Apple macOS Ventura versions prior to 13.6 Apple watchOS versions prior to …

Update your iPhone: Apple just pushed out a significant security update
1 year, 3 months ago

Update your iPhone: Apple just pushed out a significant security update

Associated Press  

Apple released a significant security update for iPhones and iPads Thursday to patch newly discovered security vulnerabilities in the devices’ system software. The issue was discovered by researchers at the University of Toronto’s Citizen Lab, who said the software flaw was being “actively exploited” to deliver commercial spyware called Pegasus developed and sold by the Israeli company NSO Group. To …

Indian Govt Warns iPhone And iPad Users Of High-Level Security Flaw, Urgent Update Needed
1 year, 6 months ago

Indian Govt Warns iPhone And iPad Users Of High-Level Security Flaw, Urgent Update Needed

News 18  

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has issued a ‘high-level’ security warning for iPhone and iPad users in India—stating that several new vulnerabilities in iOS and iPadOS could allow hackers to take control of targeted devices. These are the affected software versions: iOS Versions before 16.5.1. iPadOS versions before 16.5.1. iOS versions before 15.7.7 iPadOS versions before 15.7.7 CERT-In has …

Apple releases iOS 16.5.1 and iPadOS 16.5.1 update with important security enhancements
1 year, 6 months ago

Apple releases iOS 16.5.1 and iPadOS 16.5.1 update with important security enhancements

India TV News  

Apple has recently rolled out its latest iOS 16.5.1 and iPadOS 16.5.1 updates, primarily focused on addressing security vulnerabilities. In a separate announcement earlier this month, Apple unveiled the upcoming iOS 17, a major operating system update for iPhone users. With the release of iOS 16.5.1 and iPadOS 16.5.1, Apple prioritizes security by promptly addressing identified vulnerabilities. Simultaneously, the company …

iOS 16.5.1 Rolling Out For All. Here Is Why You Must Update Your iPhone Immediately
1 year, 6 months ago

iOS 16.5.1 Rolling Out For All. Here Is Why You Must Update Your iPhone Immediately

ABP News  

Apple has started rolling out its latest software update, the iOS 16.5.1 for iPhone users. The iOS 16.5.1 update brings a fix for a vulnerability that could allow an app to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. As per the iPhone maker's support page, the iOS 16.5.1 upgrade fixes a vulnerability in the Kernel tracked as CVE-2023-32434 that could allow …

iPadOS Update Fixes Major Security Issue For iPads: Get It Now
1 year, 10 months ago

iPadOS Update Fixes Major Security Issue For iPads: Get It Now

News 18  

Apple users are getting a new security update this week which the company wants everyone to update right away. The update iPadOS 16.3.1 is a smallish update which basically provides important bug fixes and security updates for your iPad, as the update note mentions for iPad users. In addition to iPadOS, iPhone users have also got a similar update with …

Apple's new iPhone and iPad updates fix critical security flaw, users must update immediately
2 years, 1 month ago

Apple's new iPhone and iPad updates fix critical security flaw, users must update immediately

India Today  

Apple recently started rolling out new software updates for iPhones and iPads. The software versions, iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16, introduced some new features, but Apple has now clarified the updates also address a critical security flaw. A spreadsheet by a Google researcher points out that CVE-2022-42827 is the seventh zero-day vulnerability Apple patched this year. Apple's Support page also …

Older Apple iPhones, iPads Getting Urgent Security Update: Get It Now
2 years, 3 months ago

Older Apple iPhones, iPads Getting Urgent Security Update: Get It Now

News 18  

Apple has a clear policy when it comes to supporting older devices and their software. The new Apple iOS 12.5.6 version is rolling out this week, and if any of you still have the older iPhone 5s, iPhone 6 series, iPad Air, iPad Mini 2 or even the 6th-gen iPod Touch, we suggest you update these devices right away. This …

Apple warns of security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs
2 years, 4 months ago

Apple warns of security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Apple disclosed serious security vulnerabilities for iPhones, iPads and Macs that could potentially allow attackers to take complete control of these devices. That would allow intruders to impersonate the device’s owner and subsequently run any software in their name, said Rachel Tobac, CEO of SocialProof Security. Security experts have advised users to update affected devices — the …

Apple iPhone, iPad receives iOS 15.6 update with new bug fixes: Know more
2 years, 5 months ago

Apple iPhone, iPad receives iOS 15.6 update with new bug fixes: Know more

India TV News  

Apple iPhone, iPad has started to receive the new iOS 15.6 update for the existing devices which will bring new live sports features, storage bug fixes and more. As Apple is wrapping up development on the iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 operating systems, iOS 15.6 is minor in scale and introduces a handful of new features and bug fixes. The …

Govt. of India issues high severity warnings for Apple devices like iPhone, iPad that can be hacked
2 years, 7 months ago

Govt. of India issues high severity warnings for Apple devices like iPhone, iPad that can be hacked

Firstpost  

CERT-In has identified some critical vulnerabilities in some of the most popular devices that Apple sells in India. Security researchers have found a number of severe vulnerabilities in some very popular Apple products that could enable hackers to take control of their devices and use data obtained from these devices for rather nefarious activities. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, …

Apple iOS 15.3 And iPadOS 15.3 Rolling Out To Fix Exploited Safari Bug And Others
2 years, 10 months ago

Apple iOS 15.3 And iPadOS 15.3 Rolling Out To Fix Exploited Safari Bug And Others

ABP News  

New Delhi: Apple is rolling out fixes for a critical bug that hit Safari and other browsers, and other vulnerabilities via iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3. The latest updates to iOS and iPadOS that bring fixes to security vulnerabilities and performance improvements should be available for all users worldwide and for models that are still supported. According to the changelog …

Govt Warning: Update Your Apple iPhone, MacBook, Watch Immediately
3 years ago

Govt Warning: Update Your Apple iPhone, MacBook, Watch Immediately

News 18  

The IT ministry via the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, has issued a “high severity” advisory for those using Apple products like iPhone, MacBook, Watch and Apple TV. Not updating to the latest version may lead to your iPhone or other Apple devices getting tracked or some malware may get pushed remotely. “Multiple Vulnerabilities have been reported in Apple products …

Apple rolls out urgent software update for iPhone to fix Pegasus-related vulnerability
3 years, 3 months ago

Apple rolls out urgent software update for iPhone to fix Pegasus-related vulnerability

India Today  

Apple has rolled out a software update for the iPhone that patches a critical vulnerability, which, according to some researchers, has been exploited using surveillance software to snoop on a Saudi activist. According to the researchers, the exploit, called CVE-2021-30860, was being used to target journalists and human rights activists in Saudi Arabia and other countries through the notorious surveillance …

Government asks iPhone, iPad users in India to update their devices immediately
3 years, 4 months ago

Government asks iPhone, iPad users in India to update their devices immediately

Firstpost  

The government of India’s official IT security organisation CERT-In has warned Apple users to update their iPhones and iPads as soon as possible. Apple had recently released iOS 14.7.1 and iPadOS 14.7.1 updates that fix a memory corruption zero-day vulnerability. Going by the CERT-In report, exploitation of this vulnerability could let a remote attacker with kernel privileges execute arbitrary code …

Update your iPhone software right away as Apple releases fix for critical iOS vulnerability
3 years, 4 months ago

Update your iPhone software right away as Apple releases fix for critical iOS vulnerability

India Today  

If you have an iPhone or an iPad or a Mac, you should immediately update your device’s software. Apple has unexpectedly released a security patch as a part of new software versions for each device to fix a vulnerability in the previous version that hackers were using to jailbreak the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. With the new updates, your iPhone …

Apple rolls out iOS 12.5.4 with security update for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air and more
3 years, 6 months ago

Apple rolls out iOS 12.5.4 with security update for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air and more

Firstpost  

Apple rolled out a significant security update to older iOS devices, on Wednesday, to fix security concerns. The company has released iOS 12.5.4 software update for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, and iPod touch. The new iOS version has been released nearly a month after the company released iOS 12.5.3 …

If you are still using iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, you must download this security update
3 years, 6 months ago

If you are still using iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, you must download this security update

India Today  

If you are still using an iPhone 5s, iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus and gadgets running iOS 12, Apple has an important update for you. The list of devices includes iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad Mini 2, iPad mini 3, and iPod touch. Apple in the release note has asked the users of the …

Apple Will Start Rolling Out iOS 14.5 Alongside iPadOS 14.5 Next Week, Company Confirms
3 years, 8 months ago

Apple Will Start Rolling Out iOS 14.5 Alongside iPadOS 14.5 Next Week, Company Confirms

News 18  

Apple will roll out the much anticipated iOS 14.5 alongside iPadOS 14.5 for iPhone and iPad models, respectively, starting next week. Although the reasons behind the delay in the upcoming iOS 14.5 remain unclear, Apple has released multiple beta updates for the public testers and developers that have provided a good amount of detail as to what to expect. Apple …

Apple iOS, iPadOS 14.4.2 released, brings Webkit security fix
3 years, 8 months ago

Apple iOS, iPadOS 14.4.2 released, brings Webkit security fix

India TV News  

Apple has started rolling out iOS 14.4.2, iPadOS 14.4.2 and the company issued an advisory to users to upgrade as soon as possible. Recently, Apple revealed that the iOS 14 installation has increased to 86 per cent of iPhones introduced in the last four years. Published on Apple's Developer webpage, the data shows that in total, 80 per cent of …

Apple rolls out iOS 14.4.2 update to fix major security flaw, here is why you must download it
3 years, 8 months ago

Apple rolls out iOS 14.4.2 update to fix major security flaw, here is why you must download it

India Today  

Apple has rolled out the latest iOS 14.4.2 update. Apple in its support page stated that a security vulnerability has been found in the Webkit, which is used in iPhone 6s and later, iPad Pro, iPad Air 2 and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 4 and later, and iPod touch. Users who have iPhone 6s and later …

iPhone Users Need to Update to iOS 14.4.2 Immediately! Apple Says Flaw May Have Been Actively Exploited
3 years, 8 months ago

iPhone Users Need to Update to iOS 14.4.2 Immediately! Apple Says Flaw May Have Been Actively Exploited

News 18  

Cupertino-based giant Apple is rolling out an iOS 14.4.2 update to fix a security flaw for the company’s WebKit, which it claims may have been actively exploited. Given that the flaw has been potentially exploited, Apple is urging all iPhone and iPad users to install an update immediately. The iOS 14.4.2 update comes alongside WatchOS 7.3.3 for Apple Watch. The …

Apple Releases iOS 14.4.1 and iPadOS 14.4.1 with Urgent Fix, Users Must Update iPhone and iPad Now
3 years, 9 months ago

Apple Releases iOS 14.4.1 and iPadOS 14.4.1 with Urgent Fix, Users Must Update iPhone and iPad Now

News 18  

Apple has released a new software update for iPhone, iPad, and Mac models that carries an important security patch. The iOS 14.4.1, iPadOS 14.4.1, and macOS Big Sur 11.2.3 fix a memory corruption issue within the WebKit browsing engine that could have allowed malicious actors to execute arbitrary codes on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac models. In a blog post, …

iPhone 6s, iPhone SE may not get Apple iOS 15 next year
4 years, 1 month ago

iPhone 6s, iPhone SE may not get Apple iOS 15 next year

India Today  

One of the reasons why Apple iPhone are recommended over some Android phones, despite the high price tag, is the software support that spans over a period of around five years. Apple will reportedly drop support for the iPhone 6s devices, along with the iPhone SE that launched in 2016, with next year’s iOS 15 software. The publication has reported …

How to install the iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 public betas
4 years, 5 months ago

How to install the iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 public betas

Firstpost  

iOS 14 is compatible with iPhone 6s and later models and iPadOS 14 with iPad Air 2 and later, all iPad Pro models and more. Just a couple of weeks back, Apple announce d its latest software updates for iPhone and iPad: iOS 14 and iPadOS 14. [hq>How to install iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 beta[/hq> [hans>[hstep>Step 1: Open Safari …

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