Apple Admits Hackers Exploiting iPhone Bug, Pushes Emergency Update
Apple just dropped iOS 18.6.2 and iPadOS 18.6.2, and if you’re the type who usually ignores those “Update Available” pop-ups, this is the one time you should..
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Apple has released emergency updates (iOS 18.6.2, iPadOS 18.6.2, and macOS) to address a critical security vulnerability, CVE-2025-43300, actively being exploited in real-world attacks. The flaw in ImageIO allows hackers to gain full device access simply by sending a malicious image, without user interaction.
- The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-43300, is reportedly exploited by sending a malicious image file.
- Apple confirmed the bug allows arbitrary code execution and privilege escalation, potentially installing spyware.
- High-net-worth individuals, particularly in the crypto world, have already been targeted.
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Apple, Google & Xiaomi Address Device Software Updates - August 2025
Apple has released emergency updates, including iOS 18.6.2 and iPadOS 18.6.2, to fix a critical security vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-43300. This flaw, located in ImageIO, is being actively exploited and allows hackers to gain full device access through a malicious image without user interaction. Separately, the Phone by Google app received a Material 3 Expressive update, a significant design overhaul that has divided users in Kenya and globally. While Google aimed for a simpler calling experience, many users expressed frustration with the new interface. In other update news, Xiaomi announced that several Redmi, POCO, and Xiaomi devices will stop receiving major software updates after HyperOS 3, which is based on Android 15. This marks the final significant update for these models, as they will not receive Android 16.
