Apple (31) Launched on Thursday Important update for older iPhone and iPad modelsfixes a vulnerability that was also addressed in the latest versions of your mobile operating system. HE iOS 12.5.6 now available globally for supported models.
According to the Cupertino giant, this new build is necessary to fix a bug in the web content loading system. If exploited, the vulnerability could allow arbitrary execution of malicious code on the affected device.
This is the same bug found on newer versions of iPhones and iPads, which was fixed by an emergency update released last month, bringing the mobile phone system to the next version. iOS 15.6.1. Macs and even the Apple Watch were supposed to get the package, too.
The company stated that there is a possibility that this loophole was exploited by cybercriminals. Like this, apple Recommends immediate installation of iOS 12.5.It increases the risks for those who use branded mobile phones and tablets to access the web, especially as there is a vulnerability in browsing.
Models to be updated
This update for older iPhones and iPads includes devices with iOS 12 as the latest compatible version, remembering that the system was released in 2018. Among them are models. iphone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iphone 5s, iPad Air, iPad mini 2 and iPad mini 3In addition iPod touch (6th generation).
this The iOS 12.5.6 (build 16H71) update is automatically distributed by Apple. If the notification does not reach your device, open the “Settings” menu, go to the “General” option and then tap on “Software Update” to check the availability of the package, download and install it manually.
Source: Tec Mundo
