Latest news with #iOS18.6.2
Daily Mirror
15 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
Everyone with an iPhone must check their settings now for 'important' update from Apple
Apple has just released a new version of its iOS 18 operating system, and it's recommended that you install it immediately. Anyone with an iPhone in their pocket would be wise to head to the settings and download the latest version of iOS 18 immediately. Apple has just pushed out an 'important' update, with the US company confirming that it provides 'security fixes' for its popular range of smartphones. "This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users," Apple said in its release notes. It's called iOS 18.6.2, and it can be found by going to Settings and tapping General and Software Update. The download is around 800MB so, if you don't have unlimited data, you might be best to hit the download button when connected to a Wi-Fi signal. Apple has confirmed that it's aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals. That means the majority of users shouldn't be affected, but it's still a good idea to install all updates to help keep things safe. 'The fix in iOS 18.6.2 addresses a flaw in Apple's ImageIO framework, which enables devices to read and write a wide range of image file formats," explained Adam Boynton, Senior Security Strategy Manager EMEIA at Jamf. "It could allow an attacker to trigger memory corruption if a user opens a malicious image file, potentially enabling malicious code execution and compromise of the iPhone. "Apple has indicated that this vulnerability has been exploited in sophisticated, targeted attacks, which typically focus on individuals with highly valued access or contacts, such as journalists, lawyers, activists, and government officials. "Even though the exploitation appears targeted, we recommend that all users update to iOS 18.6.2 immediately, particularly those in industries most at risk of spyware attacks.'
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Business Standard
17 hours ago
- Business Standard
Apple rolls out iOS 18.6.2 with critical security fix: Check what's new
Apple has released iOS 18.6.2 for iPhones with a security fix addressing a serious security flaw that could cause memory corruption iOS 18.6.2 update New Delhi Apple has released the iOS 18.6.2 update for supported iPhone models, urging users to install it immediately. The company said the update addresses a serious security flaw that may have been exploited in what it described as an 'extremely sophisticated attack' targeting specific individuals. No new features are included, making it likely the final patch in the iOS 18 cycle before iOS 26's stable release, expected in September. iOS 18.6.2 update: What is new? On its support page, Apple outlined the vulnerability addressed in the latest release. The flaw allowed malicious image files to be processed in a way that could cause memory corruption. Apple noted that it has received reports of the bug being exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals. The iOS 18.6.2 update is available for iPhone XS and newer models. Apple recommends all eligible users install it to secure their devices. iOS 26 developer beta 7 and public beta 4: What's new? Earlier this week, Apple rolled out new beta versions of iOS 26 for developers and public testers. The update brings the following changes: Adaptive Power Notifications: A new toggle in Settings lets users decide whether they want notifications whenever Adaptive Power mode is enabled. Messages Drafts filter: A 'Drafts' option is now available under the 'Filter by' section in the Messages app, helping users quickly access conversations where a message has been composed but not sent.
Engadget
a day ago
- Engadget
Apple just dropped a security update for all its platforms
With iOS 26 coming within the next month or so, Apple doesn't have many reasons left to update iOS 18. But this is one of them. The company pushed a security update for its platforms on Wednesday. iOS 18.6.2 patches a vulnerability related to image processing. Apple's security notes say the update plugs a hole related to Image I/O. (That's a development framework for reading and writing image data.) "Processing a malicious image file may result in memory corruption," the company wrote. Apple said the vulnerability may have been exploited in "an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals." The ecosystem-wide update encompasses iOS 18.6.2, iPadOS 18.6.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.6.1. There are also equivalent updates for iPads and Macs stuck on older firmware versions. It can't hurt to update your device as soon as you get the chance. Head to Settings > General > Software Update, and fire away.
