The Computer Emergency Response Team-India (CERT-In) has released a critical advisory alerting users about vulnerabilities in Apple devices. These security issues primarily impact devices operating on older versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, Vision OS, and Safari, putting users at risk of potential cyber threats.
CERT-In stresses the importance of updating to the latest software to reduce these risks. As stated in the advisory, the vulnerabilities could enable attackers to execute arbitrary code or perform Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks on vulnerable devices.
The organisation has specifically pointed out the versions at risk, which include Apple iOS and iPadOS versions earlier than 18.1.1 and 17.7.2, macOS versions prior to 15.1.1, Vision OS versions below 2.1.1, and Safari versions preceding 18.1.1. Users with devices running any of these software versions are strongly encouraged to upgrade to the most recent operating systems.
For devices that have reached the end of their support cycle and can no longer receive updates, CERT-In advises users to consider upgrading to newer models that can run the latest software. This proactive step is essential for maintaining security and protecting against cyber threats.
Apple has already addressed these vulnerabilities through its recent updates, including iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1, which aim to provide critical security fixes. The company follows a policy of publicly revealing vulnerabilities only after they have been addressed, ensuring that users who promptly update their devices are protected from possible exploits.
The detailed changelog from Apple indicates that some of these vulnerabilities may have been exploited on Intel-based Mac systems. Nonetheless, installing the most recent updates will secure the affected devices.
This practice is vital for protecting personal information, enhancing device performance, and ensuring defence against emerging cyber threats. Users are encouraged to visit Apple’s support website for more information about the updates and the vulnerabilities they resolve.
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