CERT-In warns Apple users of severe flaws affecting iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more.
Vulnerabilities may lead to data theft, device takeover, or denial of service.
Users advised to install latest security patches via software updates immediately.
In a new advisory, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, also known as CERT In, has warned all Apple device users about the numerous critical vulnerabilities that affect a wide range of the company’s products. These flaws, classified as ‘high’ severity, could allow attackers to steal sensitive information, gain elevated privileges, bypass security features, or even crash affected systems.
SurveyThese flaws may affect multiple versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. To avoid potential exploitation, all individual and enterprise users are advised to exercise caution and update their devices as soon as possible.
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Which devices are affected:
According to the CERT-In advisory CIVN-2025-0163, the vulnerabilities will impact a wide range of Apple users, including.
iOS versions earlier than 18.6
iPadOS versions before 17.7.9 and 18.6
macOS Sequoia (before 15.6), Sonoma (before 14.7.7), Ventura (before 13.7.7)
watchOS before version 11.6
tvOS before version 18.6
visionOS before version 2.6
For the unversed, these vulnerabilities are linked to memory handling errors, logic flaws, improper privilege management, and more critical bugs.
What’s at risk?
The vulnerabilities may be exploited to access or manipulate sensitive data, execute arbitrary code remotely, execute arbitrary code remotely and bypass device security mechanisms. It can even trigger denial of service (DoS) conditions. In simpler terms, this could ultimately lead to data loss, broader system compromise, and reputational harm.
How to be safe
Apple has already rolled out the security patches via recent OTA updates. All iPhone, iPad, MacBook, and other Apple users are advised to keep their devices updated. To do so, the users can head to Settings > General > Software Update and follow the prompts.
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