apple has released an important security update for iOS 16 fixed destination iPhone y iPad To fix a particularly malicious bug that allows a hacker to take control of your device without requiring any action on your part. Zero-click, zero-day exploits allow attackers to install spyware Pegasus from the NSO group, which allows them to read a target’s text messages, listen to calls, steal and send photos, track their location, and more.
The exploit (dubbed “Blastpass”) was initially discovered by Citizen Labs, who immediately released it apple. It is said to have been used for installation Pegasus it is iPhone From an employee of a company based in Washington DC. It is capable of compromising devices running the latest iOS version 16.6 “without any interaction from the victim,” the group wrote.
apple He launched iOS 16.6.1 To address this vulnerability, simply state that “a maliciously crafted attachment could lead to arbitrary code execution.” Additionally, Citizen Labs even recommends “all vulnerable users consider enabling Lockdown Mode as we believe it blocks attacks.” It is believed to be involved in the attack Passkit (A development kit that allows developers to include Apple Pay in your app), hence the name BlastPass, along with malicious images sent by it iMessage. For obvious reasons, Citizen Lab has not released any other details.
Lock mode is a recent feature iOS Designed to severely limit device function apple And it’s aimed at “the very small number of users who face serious threats to their digital security,” it said apple. The company has faced several threats lately, including a vulnerability from February 2023 that “can be actively exploited,” according to apple As noted at the time.
Also keeps absorption Pegasus In the news, following the ban by the Biden administration earlier this year. Created by the Israel-based cyber company NSO Group, it caused a scandal after it was used by multiple countries to spy on journalists, activists and others. In one infamous incident, Saudi Arabia reportedly used it to spy on journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who was later killed in Turkey. Events of the following fall appleWhat is called “Wanderlust” is coming
The new four are expected iPhone And a couple of models Apple Watch Be the main character when the company presents its latest products. The port is expected USB-C To be the center of attention, since apple Changes its loading port in response to new EU regulations. While nothing is confirmed until Tim Cook takes the stage on Tuesday, we’ve compiled the most likely leaks and rumors ahead of the event. apple he 12 September.
Through: Engadget
Editor’s note: What are you doing here? Run your phone to update, if it doesn’t appear, go to settings-general-software update.
