Apple has published iOS 18.3, a crucial update which addresses 29 vulnerabilities, including a critical flaw that could allow malicious applications to obtain high privileges. The company recognized that this question could have been actively exploited in the versions of iOS before iOS 17.2.
As indicated in power on questions and answers today, iOS 18.3 is imminent. Retail stores will be invited to update store demonstration devices tomorrow – and conduct training on the new features of Apple Intelligence. https://t.co/d37yygkqug
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The update solves several critical problems, such as the vulnerabilities of the nucleus which could allow malicious applications to obtain root privileges and to execute code with the privileges of the nucleus. It also addresses webkit defects, the engine feeding the Safari browser, which could lead to command injection.
The latest Apple iPhone update has a significant change for Apple Intelligence. pic.twitter.com/t5gop54vit
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In addition, iOS 18.3 solves problems in AirPlay and Passkeys which could allow unauthorized access to Bluetooth or cause an unexpected application termination and code execution.
Can’t talk? You can now type in Siri. Apple Intelligence now on the iPhone 16.
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The iOS update deals with critical vulnerabilities
Michael Covington, vice-president of the JAMF security holding strategy, advises users and organizations to install the update as quickly as possible.
Apple released iOS 18.3 today!
Here is all that is new 👇 pic.twitter.com/lsijyzfvrw
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“Staying up to date with the latest fixes is one of the most effective ways to protect the devices from attackers and make sure you remain protected,” he said. The update is available for iPhone models from iPhone XS, iPad Pro models, 7th generation iPad and iPad Mini 5th generation. Apple has also published corresponding updates for iPados, MacOS Sequoia, MacOS Sonoma, MacOS Ventura, Watchos, Tvos and Visionos.
To update your iPhone to iOS 18.3, access Settings> Software update and download and install the update as soon as possible to keep your device safe.
