{“lastseen”:”2026-02-12T14:08:25″,”description”:”Apple has released security updates for iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, Apple TVs, and Safari, fixing, in particular, a zero-day flaw that is actively exploited in targeted attacks.\\n\\nExploiting this zero-day flaw would allow cybercriminals to run any code they want on the affected device, potentially installing spyware or backdoors without the owner noticing.\\n\\nInstalling these updates as soon as possible keeps your personal information\u2014and everything else on your Apple devices\u2014safe from such an attack.\\n\\n## CVE-2026-20700\\n\\nThe zero-day vulnerability tracked as CVE-2026-20700, is a memory corruption issue in watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, macOS Tahoe 26.3, visionOS 26.3, iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3. An attacker with memory write capability may be able to execute arbitrary code. \\n\\nApple says the vulnerability was used as part of an infection chain combined with CVE-2025-14174 and CVE-2025-43529 against devices running iOS versions prior to iOS 26.\\n\\nThose two vulnerabilities were already patched in the December 2025 update.\\n\\n## Updates for your particular device\\n\\nThe table below shows which updates are available and points you to the relevant security content for that operating system (OS).\\n\\niOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3| iPhone 11 and later, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation and later, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 8th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later \\n—|— \\niOS 18.7.5 and iPadOS 18.7.5| iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPad 7th generation \\nmacOS Tahoe 26.3| macOS Tahoe \\nmacOS Sequoia 15.7.4| macOS Sequoia \\nmacOS Sonoma 14.8.4| macOS Sonoma \\ntvOS 26.3| Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K (all models) \\nwatchOS 26.3| Apple Watch Series 6 and later \\nvisionOS 26.3| Apple Vision Pro (all models) \\nSafari 26.3| macOS Sonoma and macOS Sequoia \\n \\n## How to update your Apple devices\\n\\n### How to update your iPhone or iPad\\n\\nFor iOS and iPadOS users, here\u2019s how to check if you\u2019re using the latest software version:\\n\\n * Go to **Settings** \\u003e **General** \\u003e **Software Update**. You will see if there are updates available and be guided through installing them.\\n * Turn on **Automatic Updates** if you haven\u2019t already\u2014you\u2019ll find it on the same screen.\\n\\n\\n\\n### How to update macOS on any version\\n\\nTo update macOS on any supported Mac, use the Software Update feature, which Apple designed to work consistently across all recent versions. Here are the steps:\\n\\n * Click the Apple menu in the upper-left corner of your screen.\\n * Choose **System Settings** (or **System Preferences** on older versions).\\n * Select **General** in the sidebar, then click **Software Update** on the right. On older macOS, just look for **Software Update** directly.\\n * Your Mac will check for updates automatically. If updates are available, click **Update Now** (or **Upgrade Now** for major new versions) and follow the on-screen instructions. Before you upgrade to macOS Tahoe 26, please read these instructions.\\n * Enter your administrator password if prompted, then let your Mac finish the update (it might need to restart during this process).\\n * Make sure your Mac stays plugged in and connected to the internet until the update is done.\\n\\n\\n\\n### How to update Apple Watch\\n\\nEnsure your iPhone is paired with your Apple Watch and connected to Wi-Fi, then:\\n\\n * Keep your Apple Watch on its charger and close to your iPhone.\\n * Open the Watch app on your iPhone.\\n * Tap **General **\\u003e** Software Update**.\\n * If an update appears, tap **Download and Install**.\\n * Enter your iPhone passcode or Apple ID password if prompted.\\n\\n\\n\\nYour Apple Watch will automatically restart during the update process. Make sure it remains near your iPhone and on charge until the update completes.\\n\\n### How to update Apple TV\\n\\nTurn on your Apple TV and make sure it\u2019s connected to the internet, then:\\n\\n * Open the Settings app on Apple TV.\\n * Navigate **to System **\\u003e** Software Updates**.\\n * Select **Update Software**.\\n * If an update appears, select **Download and Install**.\\n\\n\\n\\nThe Apple TV will download the update and restart as needed. Keep your device connected to power and Wi-Fi until the process finishes.\\n\\n### How to update your Safari browser\\n\\nSafari updates are included with macOS updates, so installing the latest version of macOS will also update Safari. To check manually:\\n\\n * Open the **Apple menu **\\u003e** System Settings **\\u003e** General **\\u003e** Software Update**.\\n * If you see a Safari update listed separately, click **Update Now** to install it.\\n * Restart your Mac when prompted.\\n\\n\\n\\nIf you\u2019re on an older macOS version that\u2019s still supported (like Sonoma or Sequoia), Apple may offer Safari updates independently through Software Update.\\n\\n## More advice to stay safe\\n\\nThe most important fix\u2014however inconvenient it may be\u2014is to upgrade to iOS 26.3 (or the latest available version for your device). Not doing so means missing an accumulating list of security fixes, leaving your device vulnerable to newly found vulnerabilities.\\n\\n But here are some other useful tips:\\n\\n * Make it a habit to restart your device on a regular basis.\\n * Do not open unsolicited links and attachments without verifying with the trusted sender.\\n * Remember: Apple threat notifications will never ask users to click links, open files, install apps or ask for account passwords or verification codes.\\n * For Apple Mail users, these vulnerabilities create risk when viewing HTML-formatted emails containing malicious web content.\\n * Malwarebytes for iOS** ** can help keep your device secure, with Trusted Advisor alerting you when important updates are available.\\n * If you are a high-value target, or you want the extra level of security, consider using Apple\u2019s Lockdown Mode.\\n\\n\\n\\n* * *\\n\\n**We don\u2019t just report on phone security\u2014we provide it**\\n\\nCybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. 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