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Apple's latest OS updates patch 29 security flaws.
The fixes were rolled out sooner than expected.
Apple cited the increase in AI-powered security threats.
iPhone, iPad, and Mac owners, it's time for another update. As usual, this one is designed to resolve a number of security vulnerabilities. And though none have yet been exploited by attackers, you'll still want to update your device. Here's how and why.
On Monday, Apple released version 26.5.2 for iOS, iPadOS, and MacOS. To update, head to Settings (System Settings on a Mac), select General, and then select Software Update. Download and install the latest update for your device.
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A few of the patches address bugs in the OS kernel, while most focus on security flaws in Apple's WebKit browser engine. On the plus side, none of the 29 patched vulnerabilities are zero-days that have been reported as exploited in the wild. Then why the urgency?
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