Apple has released an urgent security update for iPhone and iPad users after they were targeted by 'extremely sophisticated' cyberattacks. The update addresses a vulnerability in the USB Restricted Mode security feature, which could allow hackers to gain full administrator access to devices.
iPhone users are being urged to update their devices immediately following a significant security threat. Apple has issued an urgent update to millions of users after they were targeted by "extremely sophisticated" cyber attacks.
The products at risk include iPhone XS and newer models, various iPad Pro versions, iPad Air 3rd generation onwards, iPad from the 7th generation onwards, and iPad mini from the 5th generation onwards. This warning follows the failure of the USB Restricted Mode security feature, which prevents third-party software from accessing Apple devices after they've been locked for over an hour, reports the Mirror.Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.
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