New Apple update fixes annoying bug

Apple has released a new security update for the iPad with iPadOS 16.5.1 and recommends installing it as soon as possible. The reason: A vulnerability that was apparently exploited to inject malware into Apple devices.

iPadOS 16.5.1: Apple advises urgent installation

Due to a serious security vulnerability, Apple has released a new security update for the iPad with iPadOS 16.5.1. The US group advises a timely installation. Then according to Apple the vulnerability has probably already been actively exploited.

Both a bug in the kernel and in the WebKit would have made it possible to inject malware. In some cases, hackers have even managed to take control of individual devices. According to Apple, security researchers from Kaspersky discovered the problem first.

iPad update: is the USB adapter working again?

According to the experts the software company, hackers managed to inject spyware into iPads via iMessage in order to manipulate files and track locations. iPadOS 16.5.1 should now close this security gap.

The new iPad update is also intended to fix a bug that apparently caused Apple’s Lightning to USB camera adapter to stop working as usual after installing iPadOS 16.5. The adapter is widely used by many users to transfer photos and videos from a digital camera to iPad.

Install iPad OS 16.5.1

iPadOS 16.5.1 has been available for free download since June 21, 2023. Apple traditionally recommends timely installation. The new iPad update is available for all Pro models, all iPads Air from the third generation and all iPads and iPad Minis from the fifth generation.

The version can be set via the device setting under “Generally” and “software update“ to be downloaded. With iOS 16.5.1, the US group has also released a new update for the iPhone. Apple also recommends timely installation. The new iPhone update is available for all models from iPhone 8 onwards.

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