Apple Inc. released a new software update this week after revealing serious security vulnerabilities for iPhones, iPads, and computers that could enable hackers to take control of millions of people’s devices.
According to the tech giant, the two vulnerabilities affect iOS, iPadOS, and macOS Monterey, specifically iPhones dating back to the 6S model, iPads 5th generation and later, the iPad Air 2 and later, the iPad mini 4 and later, all iPad Pro models, and the 7th generation iPod touch.
In security updates issued on Aug. 17 and Aug. 18, the company said it was “aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited” and advised owners of the impacted Apple devices to immediately update them to protect against the vulnerabilities….