iPhone users urged to update to iOS 18 to fix security flaw and enhance data protection

thesun.co.uk

iPhone users are urged to update to iOS 18 to fix a security flaw that allows unauthorized access to personal data. The vulnerability affects both iPhones and Macs, enabling cybercriminals to access sensitive information without user knowledge. Apple has addressed this issue in iOS 18, which includes new features for user data protection. Users will now receive notifications when apps attempt to access their photos, location, and contacts. The upcoming iOS 18.2 update is expected to introduce new artificial intelligence features, enhancing Siri and adding tools like ChatGPT. The exact release date for this update has not been confirmed.


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