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Software Giant Apple Releases iOS 16.6.1, macOS Ventura 13.5.2, and watchOS 9.6.2, Addressing Security Vulnerabilities

Apple has released system updates for various devices, including iOS 16.6.1 for iPhone, iPadOS 16.6.1 for iPad, macOS Ventura 13.5.2 for Mac, and watchOS 9.6.2 for Apple Watch. These updates can be installed immediately through the usual channels.

Within the update details, Apple specifies that they have fixed bugs and improved security. However, they do not provide any additional information. Nevertheless, on the Apple security page, they do offer specifics on the vulnerability that was addressed, which involves ImageIO. This vulnerability could potentially be exploited by attackers using manipulated files to gain access to the device.

Apple also warns that this vulnerability may have already been exploited and therefore strongly advises users to update their devices immediately.

TLDR: Apple has released system updates for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, fixing bugs and enhancing security. They urge users to update promptly due to a vulnerability related to ImageIO that could have already been exploited.

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