Apple has released an emergency iOS 17 update to address critical vulnerabilities
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This update is crucial for owners of the new iPhones: iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max.
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iOS 17.0.1 and iPadOS 17.0.1 are the versions addressing the vulnerabilities.
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Apple is aware that these vulnerabilities may have been exploited in versions before iOS 16.7.
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The affected devices include iPhone XS and newer models, various iPad Pro generations, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 6th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later.
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Security experts strongly advise users to update their iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS immediately.
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Specific details about the vulnerabilities are limited, but they were discovered by The Citizen Lab at the University of Toronto's Munk School and Google's Threat Analysis Group.
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To install iOS 17.0.1, go to Settings on your device.
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Tap on General, then select Software Update.
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Follow the provided instructions to download and install the update.
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