APPLE has rereleased an important security update and urged all iPhone owners to install it as soon as possible.
Earlier this week, the tech giant released a rapid security response (RSR) update for iOS 16.5.1 and macOS 13.4.1.
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The updates aimed to tackle an actively exploited zero-day vulnerability tracked as CVE-2023-37450.
Zero days are flaws that have not yet been patched or fixed by software developers.
This means that they can be fully exploited by hackers and cybercriminals to steal your information or break into your device.
However, shortly after Apple released its RSR update, it killed the software.
That’s because the update caused a bug in Safari that prevented some websites from working.
Websites, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Zoom, were distributing warnings about not being supported on Safari.
Now, Apple rereleased the updates as macOS Ventura 13.4.1 (c), iOS 16.5.1 (c) and iPadOS 16.5.1 (c).
The new update not only patches up the CVE-2023-37450 flaw but also prevents website issues.
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HOW TO UPDATE
To update your iPhone, first plug your device into power and connect to the internet with Wi-Fi.
Go to Settings > General > tap Software Update. If you see an update, tap install now.
To update your macOS, open Apple menu > System Preferences > click on Software update.
If Software Update finds a new update, click the button to install it.
WHY SHOULD I UPDATE
Updating your operating system makes sure your device has access to the newest security measures available.
“Keeping your software up to date is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your Apple product’s security,” Apple says on its website.
In fact, security updates patch various vulnerabilities, eliminating the need for you to spend money on antivirus software, experts say.
Vice versa, if you don’t update, your iPhone will be more susceptible to malware and bugs.
