There’s some security help now available for older iPhones, iPads, and iPod touch models. Apple on Tuesday released iOS 12.5.6, its update for older iPhone, iPad touch, and iPad models not capable of running the current iOS 15 operating system. The iOS 12.5.6 update fixes a major vulnerability that was actively exploited, so it’s worth updating right […]
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You might want to keep an eye out for this. A new version of the O.MG hacking tool has been released that looks like an unassuming Lightning cable, and can compromise a range of devices as well as inject commands, log keystrokes, and more. The O.MG Elite was recently demonstrated at the DEFCON cybersecurity conference […]
In addition to its updates for iOS and iPadOS, Apple on Wednesday released macOS Monterey 12.5.1. The update includes bug fixes as well as security fixes for two zero-day exploits. These security fixes address kernel and WebKit vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to run arbitrary code on an iPhone or iPad. In these cases, Cupertino says, the […]
It’s time to update your versions of Safari for the older macOS Big Sur and MacOS Catalina operating systems. Apple on Wednesday released Safari 15.6.1 for the operating systems. According to MacRumors and the release notes, the update includes an important security fix for a WebKit vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution. Apple […]
They’re minor updates, but they’re important. Apple on Wednesday releases iOS 15.6.1 and iPadOS 15.6.1, the current updates to its mobile operating system. According to the release notes, the updates focus on bug fixes and security improvements. They also specifically address kernel and WebKit vulnerabilities that could lead to arbitrary code execution. Apple says that it is […]