Apple issues emergency updates to close security flaw

Apple has released security updates for its iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac computers that closes a vulnerability reportedly exploited by invasive spyware built by NSO Group, an Israeli security company in the iMessage software that allowed hackers to infiltrate a user's phone without the user clicking on any links.

These are the latest versions for each of the apple devices.

  • iOS 14.8

  • iPadOS 14.8

  • macOS Big Sur 11.6

To update your apple device please see below:

Update iPhone

If a message says that an update is available, tap Install to update now.

You can also follow these steps: 

  1. Plug your device into power and connect to the internet with Wi-Fi.

  2. Go to Settings > General, then tap Software Update.

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3. Tap Install Now. If you see Download and Install instead, tap it to download the update, enter your passcode, then tap Install Now. If you don't know your passcode, learn what to do.

Update macOS on Mac

Use Software Update to update or upgrade macOS, including built-in apps like Safari.

  1. From the Apple menu  in the corner of your screen, choose System Preferences.

  2. Click Software Update.

  3. Click Update Now or Upgrade Now:

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