Apple says customers should ‘update iOS to protect your iPhone from web attacks

Protect your iPhone and your data from the latest web-based threats

We trust our iPhones with our most sensitive information, from banking details to personal messages. Keeping that data secure requires more than just a strong passcode. Apple recently published a critical support document urging all users to update their iOS versions immediately, due to sophisticated web-based attacks now targeting outdated software.

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In this article, we break down how these new web attacks work, why running an older version of iOS puts your digital life at risk, and how Apple is now deploying critical background security updates.

The Hidden Dangers of Outdated iOS Versions

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