Emergency! Apple release iOS security updates. These versions need to be upgraded immediately.
Security alert.
Apple recently released several iOS and iPados security updates, repairing several high-risk loopholes that have been exploited. All iPhone and iPad users are strongly advised to upgrade immediately to the latest version to prevent malicious attacks.
📱 Version to be updated immediately
| System Version | Applicable equipment | Publication date |
|---|---|---|
| iOS 18.7.7 / iPados 18.7.7 | iPhone XR/XS/11/12/13/14/15/16/SE (2nd/3rd), iPad Mini 5 (A17 Pro)/7 (A16), iPad Air 3-5/M2-M3, iPad Pro 11/12.9/M4 | 1 April 2026 |
| iOS 26.4 / iPados 26.4 | iPhone 11 and update machine type, iPad Pro 12.9 inches 3rd generation and update, iPad Air 3rd generation and update, iPad 8th generation and update, iPad Mini 5th generation and update | 24 March 2026 |
| iOS 16.7.15 / iPadOS 16.7.15 | iPhone 8/8 Plus/X, iPad 5th generation, iPad Pro 9.7/12.9th generation | 11 March 2026 |
| iOS 15.8.7 / iPados 15.8.7 | iPhone 6s/7/SE(1st), iPad Air 2, iPad Mini 4, iPod touch 7 | 11 March 2026 |
Why must it be updated immediately?
- The loophole has been exploited.: Apple confirms that some of the loopholes have been exploited in bad faith, which could lead to equipment being invaded
- Any code execution: the assailant may enforce any code through a malicious web page or application
- Permission Upgrade: Local assailants may upgrade access system controls Rights
- Information leak: Malicious applications may have access to sensitive user data
How?
- Open Settings > Universal > Software update
- Click Download and Install
- Ensure that equipment is sufficient or connected to power
- Connect Wi-Fi network (larger update files)
- Finish updating with screen tip
Other system updates
- MacOS Tahoe 26.4 – Mac user needs to update
- MacOS Sequoia 15.7.5 – Old Mac User
- WatchOS 26.4. – Apple Watch Series 6 and Updates
- tvos 26.4 – Apple TV HD/4K
- ..visionOS 26.4. – Apple Vision Pro
I'm sorry.
Note:iOS/iPados/tvOS/watchOS/visionOS updatedUnable to downgradeGo to the previous version. Please ensure that important data are backed up before updating.
Data source:Apple Security Page Noodles.