Using iPhone or MacBook? Govt says update your Apple devices now to protect them from hacking
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Using iPhone or MacBook? Govt says update your Apple devices now to protect them from hacking

India Today  

In yet another cybersecurity advisory, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has alerted Apple product users, including those using iPhones and MacBooks, about multiple vulnerabilities. In its advisory note, CERT-In has outlined two significant vulnerabilities affecting a range of Apple products, including: iPhones and iPads: Running iOS and iPadOS versions prior to 18.1.1 and 17.7.2. Exploiting this issue involves sending maliciously crafted web content that triggers XSS attacks, potentially allowing attackers to manipulate web pages, steal sensitive data, or impersonate users online. How to stay safe To help users protect their Apple devices, CERT-In strongly advises users to update their devices to the latest software versions.

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

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, 2 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 …

Indian Govt Is Warning These Apple Users About High Risk Vulnerabilities: All Details
1 year, 2 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 …

Apple fixes 2 dangerous security flaws on iPhones and Macs, says users must update immediately
2 years, 4 months ago

Apple fixes 2 dangerous security flaws on iPhones and Macs, says users must update immediately

India Today  

Apple is rolling out an "important", which it "recommends" all iPhone, Mac, and iPad users to download. The iOS 15.6.1, macOS Monterey 12.5.1, and iPadOS 15.6.1 updates, also available in India, patch two zero-day vulnerabilities being actively exploited in the wild. As per the official changelog, the vulnerabilities 'CVE-2022-32894' and 'CVE-2022-32893', discovered by an anonymous researcher, affect all three Apple …

Apple security flaw could allow hackers to control people's iPhones. Experts says users should update their software now
2 years, 4 months ago

Apple security flaw could allow hackers to control people's iPhones. Experts says users should update their software now

ABC  

Apple has disclosed serious security vulnerabilities for iPhones, iPads and computers that could allow hackers to take complete control of these devices. The website noted issues with two parts of Apple's software — the kernel at the heart of iOS and the web browser engine, WebKit — that could lead to "arbitrary code execution". iPhone 6s and later iPad Pro …

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 …

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 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, …

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