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Apple Releases Critical Security Updates for iOS, macOS, and More

The updates address a WebKit vulnerability that may have been exploited in targeted attacks and include bug fixes for streaming issues.

iOS 18.3.2 is out for iPhone, along with macOS 15.3.2, iPadOS 18.3.2 and visionOS 2.3.2.

Overview

  • Apple has rolled out iOS 18.3.2, macOS Sequoia 15.3.2, iPadOS 18.3.2, and visionOS 2.3.2 updates to address key security vulnerabilities and bugs.
  • The updates fix a WebKit flaw that could allow maliciously crafted web content to escape the Web Content sandbox, posing a serious security risk.
  • Apple noted that the WebKit vulnerability may have been exploited in sophisticated attacks targeting specific individuals before being partially addressed in iOS 17.2.
  • In addition to security enhancements, the updates resolve a bug that affected the playback of some streaming content on iOS and iPadOS devices.
  • Users are strongly advised to install these updates promptly to ensure optimal protection and device performance.