UAE’s Cyber Security Council Issues Security and Advisory for Apple Users

The Cyber Security Council (CSC) has raised a security alert and issued a crucial advisory for Apple users in the UAE, urging them to update their systems promptly to avoid leakage of any important information.

“Apple recently released emergency security updates to address several vulnerabilities in all of its systems. These vulnerabilities could allow attackers to remotely execute commands, gain high-level privileges, or access sensitive information on affected systems.” stated the CSC.

“The Cyber Security Council strongly recommends updating your systems to the latest version to avoid any potential breaches or leakage of your confidential information.” it added.

Here are the details regarding the updates:

• Safari 17.2: macOS Monterey and macOS Ventura
• iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2: iPhone XS and later, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2nd generation and later, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 6th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later.
• iOS 16.7.3 and iPadOS 16.7.3: iPhone 8 and later, iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later.
• macOS Sonoma 14.2: macOS Sonoma
• macOS Ventura 13.6.3: macOS Ventura
• macOS Monterey 12.7.2: macOS Monterey
• tvOS 17.2: Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K (all models)
• watchOS 10.2: Apple Watch Series 4 and later

The CSC stresses the importance of immediate action to ensure the security and privacy of Apple users in the UAE. Failing to update may expose users to potential risks related to the identified vulnerabilities. Stay secure, stay updated.