Apple Releases Updates to Patch Security Issues Ahead of iPhone 15 Event
Less than a week until Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone 15 event, the company has rolled out some important updates to its software, including iOS 16.6, macOS Ventura 13.5, and watchOS 9.6. These updates aim to fix several security vulnerabilities that were actively being exploited by attackers.
One of the vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2023-41064, involved a flaw in ImageIO, which affected both macOS and iOS. The other vulnerability, known as CVE-2023-41061, targeted the Wallet app in iOS and watchOS.
The newly released iOS 16.6.1 and iPadOS updates carry the build number 20G81, while the previous builds were numbered 20G75. On the other hand, macOS Ventura is updated to build number 22G91, and watchOS 9.6.3 has build number 20U90.
Typically, Apple devices automatically update within a day or two, based on the user’s settings. However, users who prefer to install the update immediately can do so manually. The update is made available and propagated across Apple’s content delivery network.
In addition to these security updates, Apple is also currently beta-testing its upcoming milestone releases, iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. These updates are expected to be launched alongside the iPhone 15 in just a few weeks.
Overall, Apple is taking proactive steps to ensure the security and stability of its devices and operating systems. By addressing actively exploited vulnerabilities ahead of the iPhone 15 event, the company is demonstrating its commitment to providing a secure and reliable user experience for its customers.