iPhone: update to iOS 15.0.2 to fix a security vulnerability

A security vulnerability is present on the iPhone as well as the iPad. Apple has just rolled out an iOS 15.0.2 security update. This makes it possible to correct the flaw in question already widely exploited by hackers.

This critical iPhone update is not the first for the Cupertino company. Its operating system is often rebalanced to facilitate daily use. The main purpose of the grinding put in place on the phone is to correct a major security flaw detected by Apple. It is necessary to update your phones or tablets to avoid these problems.

Security breach on iPhones and iPads makes it possible to take control of affected devices

The breach was first detected by Apple, which has just published a security bulletin. Now that it has been curbed, the company allows itself to give more details on the flaw. This is nicknamed CVE-2021-30883 first exploited a flaw in one of the components for screen management. Hackers could thus access the core of the system allowing them to have almost total control of the hacked devices. So you understand the need to update your iPhone or your iPad.

The iOS 15.0.2 update also allows Apple to correct some minor bugs. In particular the Locate function which did not detect the AirTags despite the fact that they are linked. Your device may have already offered to update to this new version of iOS. All affected devices range from iPhone 6S to iPad Mini and iPads of previous generations. However, it is possible to go get it if you have not been asked. Here is the process:

• Go to Settings
• Select General
• Perform the phone software update

Source: Apple