Apple releases iOS 18.1.1, 17.7.2 and macOS 15.1.1 fixing actively exploited flaws
Take action: If you are running iOS 17 or 18, and macOS 15 read up. Given that the same flaws are already exploited on Intel Macs, it's just a matter of time before they are also exploited on iOS and macOS platforms. So keep up with regular patches. These minor patches complete in less than 20 minutes, so don't delay.
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Apple has released urgent security updates for iOS and iPadOS to address two actively exploited vulnerabilities. The company strongly recommends immediate installation of these updates due to the severity of the vulnerabilities.
- CVE-2024-44308 (CVSS score 8.8) - JavaScriptCore Vulnerability - Allows arbitrary code execution through maliciously crafted web content
- CVE-2024-44309 (CVSS score 6.1) - WebKit Vulnerability - Enables cross-site scripting attacks through maliciously crafted web content
Both vulnerabilities have been confirmed to be actively exploited on Intel-based Mac systems, though the potential risk extends to all affected iOS, iPadOS, macOS and Apple Vision Pro.
Affected Devices:
- iPhone XS and later
- iPad Pro 13-inch
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation and later
- iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later
- iPad Air 3rd generation and later
- iPad 7th generation and later
- iPad mini 5th generation and later
- Apple macOS devices
Users are advised to update their iOS and macOS devices to iOS 18.1.1 and macOS 15.1.1 or iOS 17.7.2 as soon as possible to avoid compromise.
