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Metro
17 hours ago
- Metro
Warning issued to 1,800,000,000 iPhone users over security risk
Apple has issued a warning to all iPhone users over a security gap in the operating system. If you are one of 1.8 billion iPhone owners, your phone will need an urgent security upgrade to keep your valuable information safe. Although iPhones can be pretty stealthy against some common bugs, Apple has identified a potential gap, which the latest iOS 18.5 update will fix. The gap could leave users' photos, messages and private user data vulnerable to hackers if the update is ignored. Here are details of the latest iPhone fix and who should update urgently. The software update is designed for all models after and including iPhone XS, meaning anything released after 2018. There is also an update for iPads, including the latest iPad mini. The iOS 18.5, which was launched on May 12, targets new Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) that could be a way in for cyber criminals using malware. The malware could be hidden in a rogue image or video file, which upon opening could make an app crash or mess up your phone's memory beforecausing glitches and even security risks, according to MailOnline. Apple said of the CVE-2025-31251 vulnerability and its impact: 'Processing a maliciously crafted media file may lead to unexpected app termination or corrupt process memory.' The malicious video issue, known as CVE-2025-31233, could also harm apps and device memory, Apple said. More Trending A representative from Safe Data Storage told the Mirror: 'Apple acted fast, but users need to act too. Updating your device is one of the most important things you can do to protect your private information. 'Tell your parents, your grandparents, your neighbour – anyone with an iPhone. These updates aren't optional anymore – they're your first line of defence.' Apple experts have developed the latest upgrade, which will address the issue 'with improved input sanitisation,' the tech giant said. So next time your iPhone notification prompts you to update, it is worth doing – even if you have to clear up memory space for it. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: WhatsApp will stop working on a range of iPhones today – is yours on the list? MORE: Apple to rival Switch 2 launch with new gaming app MORE: Facebook, Apple, Google and Netflix hit by massive login and password data leak
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Apple issues critical alert: iPhone users urged to download iOS 18.5 immediately to avoid major security risks
Some of Apple IPhone 's major security glitches could be in for a quick fix with the US Tech giant releasing an important update for its iOS software, named iOS 18.5. The security bugs were a major concern for Apple, as they could access photos, messages and other personal data on a phone, and could also lead to crashing of apps, according to some reports. Apple said they fixed the problem using something called 'improved input sanitisation'. The update is for iPhone XS and newer models, older phones won't get it. Safe Data Storage, a UK data expert company, says you should install the update immediately to protect your phone, as per reports. A rep from Safe Data Storage said, 'Apple acted fast, but users need to act too. These updates are no longer optional, they're your first line of defence.' They're urging people to tell their parents, grandparents, neighbours, basically anyone with an iPhone, about the update, as per the report by Yahoo. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Access all TV channels anywhere, anytime Techno Mag Learn More Undo No one has been hacked yet, but these bugs get exploited fast once they're known, so waiting is risky. Safe Data Storage warns that many people wrongly think iPhones can't be hacked, but this bug proves that no phone is 100% safe, as per Mirror report. If your iPhone is not updated, even a simple image someone sends you could be dangerous. They also said that elderly or non-techie people might not realise how important updates are, so help them if needed. Live Events How to install iOS 18.5? Open the Settings app, go to general, then tap software update. If iOS 18.5 shows up, then tap download and install. You can make your iPhone even safer by turning off message previews on lockscreen. Go to settings, then notifications, then click on messages, you will see show previews, and then set to never. To enable two-factor authentication for your Apple ID, go to settings, add your name, then go to password and security, then turn on Two-Factor Authentication. To check which apps have access to your data, go to settings, click on privacy and security, then check each section and turn off things apps don't really need. FAQs Q1. Is iOS 18.5 update safe to install? Yes, it's made to fix a serious bug and protect your phone. Q2. Which iPhones get the iOS 18.5 update? Only iPhone XS and newer models will get it.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Apple issues warning to all iPhone users over security threat
Apple is urging all of their 1.8 billion iPhone users to install the company's latest security upgrade now, before their personal information is stolen by hackers . According to the tech giant, the iOS 18.5 update solves a critical issue that allows cybercriminals access to your photos, text messages, and private app data. Apple said that the fix is available to anyone with an iPhone model XS or later. iPhone XS was released in 2018, so the security update will cover the vast majority of Apple customers. Released on May 12, iOS 18.5 specifically addresses several new Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) which can give criminals a way to infect iPhones with malware . Two of these CVEs, CVE-2025-31251 and CVE-2025-31233, cause problems if someone opens a specially designed image or video. Apple explained that these 'maliciously crafted' files could make an app crash unexpectedly or mess up the phone's memory, potentially causing glitches or security risks. The iOS 18.5 update will block this entry point for hackers by adding better checks to prevent harmful files from causing trouble. However, the biggest issue now is making sure every iPhone user uploads this new security patch before it's too late, something tech experts say is easier said than done . Experts at cloud backup and data protection company Safe Data Storage said that there's a common belief that iPhones are 'immune' to things like malware, but the truth is no device is safe from hacking. 'If someone sends you a seemingly innocent image and your phone hasn't been updated, it could silently wreak havoc or grant intruders access to your private files,' a representative from Safe Data Storage told The Mirror . Apple moved quickly to get this fix ready once the CVEs were discovered in early 2025, but Safe Data Storage said it's now up to over a billion individual users to get iOS 18.5 into their devices. 'Tell your parents, your grandparents, your neighbor — anyone with an iPhone. These updates aren't optional anymore — they're your first line of defense,' the representative continued. As for how these devastating new attacks work, CVEs are essentially weak spots in the iPhone's software that handles media files. When an iPhone processes an image or video, it expects the file to follow certain rules. However, a hacker can create a file that breaks these rules in a specific way, tricking the iPhone into making an error. This error can cause your apps to crash. Even worse, they can allow the hacker to run harmful code (malware) by exploiting the corrupted memory. Hackers typically use these vulnerabilities as part of a larger attack, often through phishing emails or malicious websites which send out fake messages or trick people into clicking on harmful downloads. Once the hacker's code runs, the malware can cause several problems, including accessing photos, messages, contacts, or passwords stored on the victim's iPhone. Hackers can also remotely control things like the phone's camera, microphone, and apps without the user ever knowing something is wrong. For people who have a phone they use specifically for work, a hacked iPhone can help a hacker gain access to other devices linked through a corporate network such as a tech company, a bank, or a healthcare organization. Even though your phone hasn't been physically stolen, the malware copies data (like photos, emails, or login passwords) and sends it to the hacker's server over the internet. This program can also install a backdoor, letting the hacker keep accessing your phone after the initial attack ends. Even after iPhone users install iOS 18.5, Apple and cybersecurity experts urge people to avoid opening any suspicious links or attachments they receive. James Knight , who has 25 years of experience in the field of digital security, said people need to have a spam filter active on their accounts to block phishing emails. The cyber warfare expert added that being on top of the latest security updates for your devices is crucial for staying ahead of new hacking schemes. 'Update the phone, update the laptop, even update your smart fridge, patch everything,' Knight told the Daily Mail. 'Update regularly, your browser and your software. That's really, really key.'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Urgent warning to iPhone owners to install iOS 18.5 now: ‘Users need to act'
Data experts are urging iPhone users to install the new iOS 18.5 update, which includes a fix to prevent hackers from gaining access to personal content. According to The Mirror, Apple has acknowledged that the most recent software update corrects a significant security gap that could potentially allow hackers to get into personal data such as photos, messages and app information. 'Apple acted fast, but users need to act, too. Updating your device is one of the most important things you can do to protect your private information,' a representative from Safe Data Storage said. 'Tell your parents, your grandparents, your neighbor — anyone with an iPhone. These updates aren't optional anymore — they're your first line of defense.' The latest software fix, which is compatible with iPhone XS models and later, deals with a vulnerability that involves 'processing a maliciously crafted image [that] may lead to unexpected app termination or corrupt process memory,' according to Apple. Apple claimed it solved the issue by implementing 'improved input sanitization' and urged that iOS 18.5 'includes important security fixes and is recommended for all users.' There have been no reports of users being manipulated so far, but security experts note that these kinds of vulnerabilities tend to be targeted and misused quickly once it becomes more widely known. 'Many people assume iPhones are immune to serious threats, but no device is immune to a vulnerability like this,' Safe Data Storage explained. 'If someone sends you a seemingly innocent image and your phone hasn't been updated, it could silently wreak havoc or grant intruders access to your private files.' Those who have an iPhone XS or later are being urged to update their phones as soon as possible and to offer assistance to elders or users who aren't as knowledgeable about technology. 'The longer someone delays updating, the longer they leave that door open,' Safe Data Storage warned. 'And many people – especially grandparents or those less tech-savvy – don't realize just how important these updates are.' Safe Data Storage also provided some simple steps to take to enhance your iPhone's day-to-day security: Disable message previews on the lock screen: This prevents sensitive messages from being seen when your phone is unattended. To change this, go to Settings > Notifications > Messages > Show Previews, set to Never. Enable two-factor authentication for Apple ID: This provides extra security and protection, even if someone else has your password. To do this, go to Settings > [your name] > Password and Security, activate Two-Factor Authentication. Restrict app access to personal data: Many apps ask for access to contacts, photos or location without it being a requirement. To alter this, go to Settings > Privacy and Security, then look through each section and change permissions where necessary.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Urgent warning to iPhone owners to install iOS 18.5 now: ‘Users need to act'
Data experts are urging iPhone users to install the new iOS 18.5 update, which includes a fix to prevent hackers from gaining access to personal content. According to The Mirror, Apple has acknowledged that the most recent software update corrects a significant security gap that could potentially allow hackers to get into personal data such as photos, messages and app information. 'Apple acted fast, but users need to act, too. Updating your device is one of the most important things you can do to protect your private information,' a representative from Safe Data Storage said. 'Tell your parents, your grandparents, your neighbor — anyone with an iPhone. These updates aren't optional anymore — they're your first line of defense.' The latest software fix, which is compatible with iPhone XS models and later, deals with a vulnerability that involves 'processing a maliciously crafted image [that] may lead to unexpected app termination or corrupt process memory,' according to Apple. Apple claimed it solved the issue by implementing 'improved input sanitization' and urged that iOS 18.5 'includes important security fixes and is recommended for all users.' There have been no reports of users being manipulated so far, but security experts note that these kinds of vulnerabilities tend to be targeted and misused quickly once it becomes more widely known. 'Many people assume iPhones are immune to serious threats, but no device is immune to a vulnerability like this,' Safe Data Storage explained. 'If someone sends you a seemingly innocent image and your phone hasn't been updated, it could silently wreak havoc or grant intruders access to your private files.' Those who have an iPhone XS or later are being urged to update their phones as soon as possible and to offer assistance to elders or users who aren't as knowledgeable about technology. 'The longer someone delays updating, the longer they leave that door open,' Safe Data Storage warned. 'And many people – especially grandparents or those less tech-savvy – don't realize just how important these updates are.' Safe Data Storage also provided some simple steps to take to enhance your iPhone's day-to-day security: Disable message previews on the lock screen: This prevents sensitive messages from being seen when your phone is unattended. To change this, go to Settings > Notifications > Messages > Show Previews, set to Never. Enable two-factor authentication for Apple ID: This provides extra security and protection, even if someone else has your password. To do this, go to Settings > [your name] > Password and Security, activate Two-Factor Authentication. Restrict app access to personal data: Many apps ask for access to contacts, photos or location without it being a requirement. To alter this, go to Settings > Privacy and Security, then look through each section and change permissions where necessary.
