APPLE has just released “important” updates for iPhone, iPad and Mac users.
Users are advised to update right away to fix a potentially dangerous security issue.
The update for iPhone is the latest version of iOS 14[/caption]The software updates are called iOS 14.4.1 and macOS 11.2.3.
According to 9to5Mac, the urgency is because of a security vulnerability that the new update aims to fix.
It was found within the engine that powers Apple’s Safari web browser.
Security researchers from Google and Microsoft reportedly highlighted the issue to Apple.
The update should fix a security vulnerability that affects Safari[/caption]It may allow cybercriminals to put put malicious code on your devices through specially crafted web content.
That means you could end up getting hacked by accidentally going on a rogue website.
Luckily, it’s very easy to update your iOS or macOS.
To update your iOS software on your iPhone or iPad you first need to go to Settings.
Then scroll to “General”, click it and then click “Software Update”.
You’ll need to be connected to WiFi to select “download and install”.
For users who want to update their macOS, go to the System Preferences menu and then select “Software Update”.
Here you’ll see if a software update is avaliable and can click to install it.
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In other news, Apple is quietly working on a “mixed-reality headset” to launch next year, insiders have claimed.
Apple is rumoured to be working on a foldable phone to rival Samsung.
And, a new feature for the Apple Find My app could let you know if someone is stalking you.
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