Owners of older Apple devices that do not support the latest operating system should act quickly to ensure their devices are updated. Apple has recently issued a patch aimed at fixing several vulnerabilities that could expose these devices to security threats. While newer models receive timely updates, older devices may lag behind, leaving them susceptible to cyber risks.
Security Flaws Addressed in the Latest Update
According to reports, the March 11 security update tackles vulnerabilities linked to cyber-espionage and cryptocurrency theft. These flaws are part of the Coruna exploit kit, which contains a total of 23 exploits targeting iOS versions from 13.0 to 17.2.1. Notably, researchers from Google Threat Intelligence Group have identified its use by state-sponsored hackers and other malicious actors.
The vulnerabilities being patched could enable attackers to gain elevated permissions or execute code remotely on the affected devices. Specific issues include CVE-2023-43010, CVE-2024-23222, CVE-2023-43000, and CVE-2023-41974, which affect WebKit, along with a kernel vulnerability (CVE-2023-41974).
This important update is applicable to older models running iOS 15.8.7/16.7.15 and iPadOS 15.8.7/16.7.15, including:
iPhone 6s
iPhone 7
iPhone SE (1st generation)
iPhone 8
iPhone 8 Plus
iPhone X
iPad Air 2
iPad Mini (4th generation)
iPod Touch (7th generation)
iPad (5th generation)
iPad Pro 9.7-inch
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st generation)
In February, Apple also addressed another zero-day vulnerability affecting iOS and iPadOS, highlighting the ongoing commitment to security and user safety.
Ensuring that these updates are installed promptly will significantly enhance the security posture of older Apple devices, paving the way for a safer digital experience.
