Apple released iOS 16.3, macOS Ventura 13.2 and other software updates on Monday evening. iOS 15.7.3 and iPadOS 15.7.3 were also made available. The new versions of the operating systems not only bring new features but also several security patches.
In addition to the updates for the current software generation, including iOS 16, Apple has also released updates with security patches for users of iOS 15. According to Apple's website Both iOS 16.3 and iPadOS 16.3 fix two security vulnerabilities found in earlier versions of the operating system.
Security patches for iOS 16.3 and Co.
These include vulnerabilities in areas such as AppleMobileFileIntegrity, ImageIO, Kernel, Mail, Maps, Safari, and WebKit. A vulnerability found in the Weather app could allow other apps to bypass privacy settings. In another vulnerability related to WebKit, the engine that powers Safari and other web browsers on iOS, Apple has fixed two vulnerabilities that could lead to arbitrary malicious code execution. The details are listed below:
WebKit
- Affected: iPhone 8 and later, iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, and iPad mini 5.
- Impact: Processing maliciously crafted web content may lead to arbitrary code execution.
- Description: The issue was resolved through improved validations.
WebKit
- Affected: iPhone 8 and later, iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, and iPad mini 5.
- Impact: Processing maliciously crafted web content may lead to arbitrary code execution.
- Description: The issue was resolved through improved memory management.
Most of these patches are also available for Mac users running macOS Ventura 13.2, Apple TV users running tvOS 16.3, and Apple Watch users running watchOS 9.3. It's worth noting that Apple also released iOS 15.7.3, macOS Monterey 12.6.3, and macOS Big Sur 11.7.3 with the same patches for users who haven't updated their devices to the latest versions of the operating systems -- or who can't. There's even an update for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and other devices stuck on iOS 12. (Photo by Mehaniq / Bigstockphoto)
