Some older iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch models that no longer have support from Apple received an OTA update to plug a dangerous security hole.
. Last month we told you that if exploited by those with malicious intent, these attackers could impersonate device owners and run any software that is in their names.
Those with older iPhone models no longer supported by Apple, such as the pictured iPhone 5s, might receive iOS 12.5.6for Safari. With this vulnerability, a hacker could create a webpage allowing him or her to run code even without the user's permission. Unfortunately, it seems that the security hole has already been used by hackers."Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited," said the tech giant.
The devices receiving iOS 12.5.6 include the iPhone 5S, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, and iPod touch . To update go to
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