iPhones security at risk: Apple urges users to update iOS immediately
Photo: Users of older iPhones urged to urgently update iOS (Getty Images)
Apple has released iOS 16.7.15 for older iPhone and iPad models. Users are being asked to install it urgently due to a security threat, according to 9to5Mac.
No functional changes, but update is critical
The update does not bring any new features or changes to system functionality. However, Apple strongly recommends installing it.
The release comes in response to a recently discovered set of exploits called Coruna, considered one of the largest tools for hacking iPhones in recent years.
Hackers use it to target users via infected websites. The malware can steal passwords, banking information, and access to cryptocurrency wallets.
Devices eligible for the update include:
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iPhone X
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iPhone 8
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iPhone 8 Plus
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iPhone 7
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iPhone 7 Plus
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iPhone SE 1st generation
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iPhone 6s
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iPhone 6s Plus
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iPad 5th generation
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iPad Pro 1st generation
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iPad Mini 4
The update is already available for installation. If automatic distribution is delayed, it is recommended to install it manually.
Other Apple news
Recently, Apple unveiled the iPhone 17e, the most budget-friendly model in the iPhone 17 lineup.
The company also released the cheapest MacBook in history.
Meanwhile, industry media and insiders are actively discussing Apple’s next-generation smartphones.
Although the official presentation is still far off, leaks have already given an early look at the upcoming iPhone 18 series.
The lineup is expected to include a base model, Pro, and Pro Max versions. Some sources also suggest the addition of new devices, such as an updated Air model or even a foldable iPhone.
Preliminary information indicates that screen sizes may remain similar to the previous generation, while changes will mainly affect certain body details and the camera module.
