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Apple has rolled out its latest software updates across all its devices, aiming to patch two critical security gaps that might have been exploited to target specific individuals using iOS. The company confirmed that these vulnerabilities, called zero-days because they were unknown until now, could have been used in highly sophisticated attacks.
The bugs affected Apple’s Core Audio, a core system component allowing apps to handle audio streams. Malicious media files could exploit this flaw to run harmful code on devices. The second vulnerability was in pointer authentication, a security measure by Apple to prevent memory tampering. Fixing these flaws involved releasing updates like iOS 18.4.1 for iPhones and iPads, macOS Sequoia 15.4.1, as well as updates for Apple TV and the Vision Pro headset.
Interestingly, one of these bugs was discovered thanks to Google’s Threat Analysis Group, hinting at possible government-backed cyberattacks targeting select users. While Apple didn’t specify who was behind these breaches or how many were affected, the notion of state-sponsored cyber-espionage comes into focus, especially given the use of spyware and phone-unlocking tools in similar attacks.
This incident underscores the ongoing cat-and-mouse game in cybersecurity. Apple’s quick response in patching these flaws shows its commitment to user safety, but it also reminds us that staying updated is more vital than ever. Keep your devices current to defend against the slyest hackers out there!
