All articles tagged with #security fixes
Debian 13.3, the latest stable release for Debian Trixie, has been launched, featuring numerous security patches, bug fixes, and updates for various software components including GNOME Mutter, Chromium, and Thunderbird, enhancing stability and security.
Apple released iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1, which include about 50 security updates addressing various vulnerabilities such as privilege escalation, privacy issues, and system stability bugs. Users are encouraged to update their devices to enhance security and fix critical bugs.
The August 2025 Security Update for Windows 11 introduces at least eight new features including enhanced Windows Recall options, AI-driven actions in Click to Do, a redesigned Settings search page with an AI agent, Quick Machine Recovery for faster troubleshooting, inline descriptions for Snap Layouts, expanded gamepad keyboard support, a new error screen design, and various security improvements, with some features rolling out gradually and requiring specific hardware or market conditions.
Apple released iOS 18.6, focusing on important security and bug fixes across various components like accessibility, media processing, and WebKit, enhancing user security and privacy. The update is recommended for all compatible devices.
Apple has released new software updates for its current devices, including tvOS 18.6, focusing on security and stability ahead of major fall OS releases like iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe, with an emphasis on bug fixes and security improvements rather than new features.
Google has released the July 2025 firmware update (3.76.479819) for the Nest Wifi Pro, enhancing whole-home coverage with Thread support, fixing stability and security issues, and addressing setup problems for Yale Smart Lock with Matter. The update, which was previously announced in April but not rolled out, is now automatically installing for users.
Debian 12.5, the latest stable point release of the "Bookworm" series, has been released with updated packages, security fixes for widely-used software like Chromium and LibreOffice, and general bug fixes, including fixes for the Terrapin Attack, ISL package, PyPDF/PyPDF2, and enabling BerkeleyDB read-only back-end support for RPM.
Apple has released iOS 17.3 and macOS Sonoma 14.3, which include new features like collaborative playlists in Apple Music and a Stolen Device Protection mode for iPhone users, along with more than 10 security fixes. The security patches address various exploits, including those affecting Apple's Neural Engine, Mail Search, Time Zone management, Safari, WebKit, and the Kernel. Users are advised to update their devices to the latest operating system versions to reduce vulnerability to malicious attacks.
Apple has released macOS Sonoma 14.2, which includes 20 important security fixes. The update addresses various vulnerabilities, including issues with Bluetooth, Find My, Kernel, CoreMedia Playback, and WebKit. None of the flaws were actively exploited, but it is still recommended to install the update to ensure the security of your Mac.
Apple has released an urgent update, iOS 17.1.2, for all iPhone users. The update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users. It addresses two zero-day vulnerabilities in WebKit, Apple's web browser engine, that could lead to data leakage and arbitrary code execution. The update is compatible with iPhones released in 2018 or after and can be downloaded through the Settings app. iOS 17.2, expected in December, will bring new features such as the Journal app and changes to the Apple TV app.
Debian 12.2 has been released, incorporating the latest security fixes and stable back-ports for Debian 12 Bookworm. The update includes a new version of the Linux kernel and the latest linux-firmware/microcode support, addressing vulnerabilities such as AMD Inception and Intel Downfall. Various other security fixes are also included in this release.
Apple, Google, and Microsoft have released multiple security updates to address vulnerabilities being exploited in real-life attacks. Apple issued two separate updates, including a Rapid Security Response patch and a major point upgrade, fixing a total of 25 security flaws. Microsoft's July Patch Tuesday fixed 132 vulnerabilities, including multiple zero-day flaws, with one bug still awaiting a fix. Google updated its Android operating system, addressing dozens of security vulnerabilities, including three that have been exploited. Additionally, Google released Chrome 115, which fixed 20 security vulnerabilities in the popular browser. Users are advised to update their systems promptly to protect against these vulnerabilities.
Apple has released iOS 16.5, which includes security patches and fixes for almost 40 issues and bugs, including three security issues related to WebKit that could be actively exploited. The update also patches an issue where someone could access your contacts from your lock screen and stops some apps from bypassing privacy preferences. To download the update, go to Settings > General > Software Update and follow the onscreen prompts.
Apple has released its latest iOS update for iPhones globally, which includes important security fixes for almost 40 vulnerabilities, three of which were actively exploited. Users are urged to update their iPhone as soon as possible. The update also includes a dedicated Sports tab in Apple News and some new free wallpapers.
Apple has released its first iPhone Rapid Security Response update, iOS 16.4.1 (a), which applies important security fixes to iPhones. To download the update, go to Settings > General > Software Update, tap Install Now and follow the onscreen prompts. Rapid Security Response updates are a new type of device update that provide users with important security fixes and help mitigate security issues that are being actively exploited or have been reported.