Apple releases urgent security update for iPhones and iPads

Apple has released an urgent security update for iPhones and iPads, fixing two critical security flaws.

One flaw allows an attacker to take control of a device by sending a maliciously crafted image. This flaw is particularly concerning because it has been actively exploited in the wild.

The other flaw allows an attacker to take control of a device by sending a maliciously crafted attachment.

Apple is urging all iPhone and iPad users to update their devices as soon as possible. To update your device, go to Settings > General > Software Update.

The security flaws were discovered by Citizen Lab, a security research group at the University of Toronto. Citizen Lab said that the flaws were used to deliver the Pegasus spyware to a human rights activist in the United Arab Emirates.

Pegasus is a powerful spyware developed by the Israeli company NSO Group. It can be used to remotely monitor a device, including its messages, calls, and location.

The security flaws in iOS and iPadOS are a reminder of the importance of keeping your devices up to date with the latest security patches. Apple releases security updates regularly, and it is important to install them as soon as possible.

Here are some additional things you can do to protect your devices from security threats:

• Use a strong password and enable two-factor authentication for all of your online accounts.
• Be careful about what apps you install on your devices. Only install apps from trusted sources.
• Be careful about what links you click on in emails and text messages.
• Keep your devices up to date with the latest security patches.

By following these tips, you can help to protect your devices from security threats.