Apple released security updates for iOS, iPadOS, MacOS and Safari last week. The updates address security vulnerabilities that may have been exploited, Apple says, so people should update their devices as soon as possible.
The iOS and iPadOS update is recommended for all users, according to Apple. It addresses two vulnerabilities that iPhone and iPad users may encounter. One vulnerability could allow an app to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges, and the second vulnerability is in WebKit, the engine that powers Safari and other third-party browsers on iOS. The WebKit vulnerability could also lead to malicious content that arbitrarily executes code.
Here’s how to download the iOS and iPadOS 15.6.1 update.
1. Open Settings.
2. Tap General.
3. Tap Software Update.
4. You will be prompted to download and install 15.6.1. If you’ve already downloaded and installed 15.6.1, your device should say it’s up to date.
If you see an error message while trying to download the update, don’t worry. Since the update is new and recommended for everyone, others are probably trying to download it at the same time. Keep trying to download and install it and soon the update will go through.
MacOS Monterey 12.5.1 update is also available. This update addresses an issue with WebKit that could be exploited by malicious actors to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
Here’s how to download MacOS Monterey 12.5.1.
1. Click the Apple logo in the upper left corner of the screen.
2. Click System Preferences.
3. Click Software Update.
4. Click Update Now. If you’ve already downloaded 12.5.1, you shouldn’t have any updates available.
If your Mac automatically downloads and installs updates, the update should install itself. However, you don’t have to wait as this update fixes a security issue that may have been exploited.
The Safari update is similar to MacOS Monterey 12.5.1. update but it is for older operating systems. This update is intended for MacOS Big Sur and MacOS Catalina users.
Here’s how to download the Safari 15.6.1 update.
1. Click the Apple logo in the upper left corner of the screen.
2. Click System Preferences.
3. Click Software Update.
4. Click Update Now. If you’ve already downloaded 15.6.1, you shouldn’t have any updates available.
If your Mac is set to automatically download and install updates, the update should install itself after a day or two. Because this update resolves an issue that may have been exploited, you don’t have to wait.
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