The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a high-level warning for Apple users in India, urging them to update their devices immediately due to urgent security concerns. The warning affects various Apple products, including iPhones, iPads, Macs, Watches, and TVs, running on outdated software versions.
Vulnerable Devices and Software Versions
The CERT-In warning identifies the following Apple products and software versions as vulnerable:
iPhone and iPad: iOS and iPadOS versions prior to 17.6 and 16.7.9
Mac: macOS Sonoma versions prior to 14.6, macOS Ventura versions prior to 13.6.8, and macOS Monterey versions prior to 12.7.6
Watch: watchOS versions prior to 10.6
TV: tvOS versions prior to 17.6
Safari: Safari versions prior to 17.6
Potential Risks and Threats
The identified vulnerabilities could lead to severe consequences, including:
Sensitive information leaks
Arbitrary code execution
Security bypasses
Denial of Service (DoS) attacks
Spoofing attacks
Recommended Action
To mitigate these risks, Apple users in India are advised to promptly install the latest software updates provided by Apple. This will ensure that their devices are protected against potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Update Now
CERT-In emphasizes the importance of updating devices immediately to prevent any potential security breaches. Apple users in India are urged to take this warning seriously and take necessary action to protect their devices and sensitive information.