CERT-In issues high severity warning for Apple users in India

The Dian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has raised concerns over security vulnerabilities affecting Apple products, including iPhones, iPads, MacBooks and Vision Pro headsets. The agency issued a ‘high’ severity warning, citing the discovery of remote code execution vulnerabilities that could potentially provide unauthorized access to sensitive information stored on these devices. Also Read – Apple refuses to unlock Arvind Kejriwal’s iPhone: Key takeaways According to CERT-In, the identified vulnerabilities primarily affect users whose Apple devices run on iOS and iPadOS versions prior to 17.4.1. working on

Additionally, users of macOS Monterey and macOS Ventura, specifically those with versions earlier than 13.6.6 and 14.4.1 respectively, are also at risk. This warning applies to iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone Also Read – Apple’s services revenue likely to cross $100 billion mark in 2025: Report The vulnerability note specifies that the issue is caused by “out-of-bounds writes in WebRTC and CoreMedia issue”, which can be used by attackers to execute arbitrary code

on the target system. This underlines the critical need for users to immediately install security patches provided by Apple to address these vulnerabilities and protect their devices against potential cyber attacks. The vulnerability note on the CERT-In website reads, “Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the targeted system.

Indian government issues urgent warning to Apple iPhone and iPad users To protect Apple devices from exploitation, users must follow necessary security practices. This includes updating devices with the latest software versions to take advantage of security enhancements and patches. Additionally, enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) and prioritizing secure network connections on public Wi-Fi networks can help reduce the risk of unauthorized access.

CERT-In issues ‘high’ severity warning for Google Chrome users; Need for immediate updates Furthermore, it is necessary to be careful while downloading apps or software from trusted sources like Apple App Store to avoid potential threats. It is recommended that important data is regularly backed up to minimize the impact of security breaches or system failures. Staying informed about security alerts and advisories from reputable sources like CERT-In or Apple allows users to take proactive measures against emerging threats and ensure the continued security of their Apple devices.