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Apple addresses zero-day vulnerabilities in Intel Macs and iOS devices with urgent software patches

computerworld.com — November 20, 2024, 07:01 PM UTC

Apple has reported two zero-day vulnerabilities affecting Intel Macs, iPhones, iPads, and Vision Pro devices. These flaws are actively exploited, prompting the company to release software patches. IT administrators are urged to expedite the installation of these updates. The vulnerabilities involve JavaScript and WebKit, which could allow attackers to execute malicious code or perform cross-site scripting attacks. Apple has addressed 20 zero-day attacks in 2023 and continues to enhance security measures. Organizations using mobile device management systems can quickly push updates, while those relying on personal devices face challenges in encouraging users to install patches. Experts recommend updating all affected devices promptly to mitigate risks.

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    Apple releases iOS 18.2 public beta 3 with new features and improvements (9to5mac.com)
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    Apple issues security updates for Mac and iOS devices to address vulnerabilities (mashable.com)
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    Apple releases public beta 3 for macOS 15.2 and iPadOS 18.2 with bug fixes and performance updates (9to5mac.com)
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    Apple releases iOS 18.2 beta 4 with minor updates ahead of public launch (9to5mac.com)
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    Apple releases iOS 18.2 beta 4 for developers ahead of public launch (9to5mac.com)
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    Apple unveils fourth betas of iOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia with new image and emoji features (macrumors.com)
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    Apple releases macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta 4 ahead of December launch (9to5mac.com)
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    Apple releases fourth developer betas for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2 (appleinsider.com)
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  9. [3.0]
    Apple urges iPhone users to install critical security update to fix serious vulnerabilities (thesun.ie)
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  10. [2.7]
    Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 update with critical security fixes for iPhones and iPads (dailymail.co.uk)
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  11. [4.9]
    Apple advises Mac users to update software after hackers exploit vulnerabilities (cnet.com)
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  12. [3.0]
    Apple issues urgent security update for iPhone and Mac users to fix serious vulnerabilities (thesun.co.uk)
    13h
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  13. [3.5]
    Apple releases updates to fix two zero-day vulnerabilities in macOS Sequoia (helpnetsecurity.com)
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  14. [4.1]
    Apple releases emergency updates to fix serious security flaws in iPhones, iPads, and Macs (zdnet.com)
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  15. [4.3]
    Apple issues urgent update to fix zero-day vulnerabilities in macOS and other systems (techradar.com)
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    Apple launches iOS 18.1.1 with important security updates for iPhones (tech.hindustantimes.com)
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    Apple releases iOS 18.1 with new features and fixes for iPhones (cnet.com)
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  18. [2.6]
    Apple launches iOS 18 with new features and customization options for iPhone users (cnet.com)
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  19. [3.0]
    Apple releases urgent security update for iPhones to fix vulnerabilities (mirror.co.uk)
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  20. [4.0]
    Apple urges users to update devices to fix serious security vulnerabilities (independent.co.uk)
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  21. [3.3]
    Apple releases emergency iOS 18.1.1 update to fix security flaws (forbes.com)
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  22. [2.6]
    Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 update to address key security issues (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
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  23. [3.1]
    Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 update to fix security vulnerabilities in iPhones (in.mashable.com)
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  24. [3.4]
    Apple releases software update to fix security vulnerabilities in Mac and iOS devices (zeenews.india.com)
    23h
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  25. [4.4]
    Apple issues security updates for two zero-day vulnerabilities (thehindu.com)
    23h
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    Apple issues security updates for Macs after zero-day cyberattacks (techcrunch.com)
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    Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1 to fix critical security vulnerabilities (tomsguide.com)
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  28. [4.3]
    Apple addresses two zero-day vulnerabilities in Intel-based Macs with urgent updates (bleepingcomputer.com)
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    Apple releases critical updates to fix security vulnerabilities in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS (appleinsider.com)
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    Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 update for iPhones to improve security and fix bugs (forbes.com)
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    Apple releases iOS 17.7.2 and iPadOS 17.7.2 with security updates for older devices (9to5mac.com)
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    Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 to fix critical security vulnerabilities (macworld.com)
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    Apple releases emergency update to fix serious vulnerabilities in macOS (macworld.com)
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  34. [3.1]
    Apple releases updates to fix actively exploited vulnerabilities in iOS and macOS (macrumors.com)
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    Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1.1 to fix critical security flaws (9to5mac.com)
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    Apple launches macOS Sequoia 15.1.1 with key security updates (9to5mac.com)
    1d 9h
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  37. [2.0]
    Apple launches iOS 18.1.1 with key security updates for iPhone users (9to5mac.com)
    1d 9h
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  38. [2.7]
    Apple releases security updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and visionOS (appleinsider.com)
    1d 9h
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