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Latest Security News and Updates for PC and Mobiles – April 10, 2024

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In this article, we regularly share information about latest and important security updates and security advisories issued by software companies. Many times security issues, bugs and vulnerabilities are found in software programs and operating systems and companies release security updates to patch and fix those security issues. We share those updates in this article so that you can keep your computer and other devices (mobile phones, etc) safe and secure.

We also regularly update this article to notify about the monthly “Microsoft Patch Tuesday” security updates which are released by Microsoft on the second Tuesday of every month for supported Windows versions to fix known security issues.

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In this article, you’ll find information about security updates released for all popular operating systems (Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, Apple iOS, etc), 3rd party software programs including popular web browsers such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, etc which will help you in keeping your PC and smartphones protected.

Following are the latest and important security updates:

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April 09, 2024 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for April 2024 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2/21H2 and Windows Server 2008 R2. So no more security updates or fixes are released for these unsupported operating systems.

March 25, 2024 – Apple Releases macOS Sonoma 14.4.1 and More

Apple has released macOS Sonoma 14.4.1, macOS Ventura 13.6.6 and Safari 17.4.1 to fix a security vulnerability CVE-2024-1580 (processing an image may lead to arbitrary code execution).

March 21, 2024 – Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 17.4.1 and 16.7.7

Apple has released iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 for 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. These new versions come with important bug fixes and security updates.

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Similarly, Apple has released iOS 16.7.7 and iPadOS 16.7.7 for iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 5th generation, iPad Pro 9.7-inch, and iPad Pro 12.9-inch 1st generation.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released visionOS 1.1.1.

March 12, 2024 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for March 2024 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2/21H2 and Windows Server 2008 R2. So no more security updates or fixes are released for these unsupported operating systems.

March 07, 2024 – Apple Releases macOS Sonoma 14.4 and More

Apple has released macOS Sonoma 14.4, macOS Ventura 13.6.5, macOS Monterey 12.7.4, watchOS 10.4, tvOS 17.4, visionOS 1.1 and Safari 17.4.

March 05, 2024 – Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 17.4 and More

Apple has released iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 for 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. The new versions contain security fixes, bug fixes and improvements. iOS 17.4 also comes with new features such as new emojis, Apple Podcasts transcripts, 3rd party app installations from alternative app stores for EU, etc.

Similarly, Apple has released iOS 16.7.6 and iPadOS 16.7.6 for iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 5th generation, iPad Pro 9.7-inch, and iPad Pro 12.9-inch 1st generation.

Apple has also released iOS 15.8.2 and iPadOS 15.8.2 for iPhone 6s (all models), iPhone 7 (all models), iPhone SE (1st generation), iPad Air 2, iPad mini (4th generation), and iPod touch (7th generation)

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

February 13, 2024 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for February 2024 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2/21H2 and Windows Server 2008 R2. So no more security updates or fixes are released for these unsupported operating systems.

February 08, 2024 – Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 17.3.1 and More

Apple has released iOS 17.3.1 and iPadOS 17.3.1 for 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. The new versions contain security fixes, bug fixes and improvements. iOS 17.3.1 also fixes a bug causing the text unexpectedly duplicated or overlapped while typing.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Sonoma 14.3.1, watchOS 10.3.1 and Safari 17.3.1.

January 22, 2024 – Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 17.3 and More

Apple has released iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 for 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. The new versions contain security fixes, bug fixes, improvements, new Unity wallpaper and new features such as stolen device protection, collaborative playlists in Apple Music and AirPlay hotel support.

Similarly, Apple has released iOS 16.7.5 and iPadOS 16.7.5 for iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 5th generation, iPad Pro 9.7-inch, and iPad Pro 12.9-inch 1st generation.

Apple has also released iOS 15.8.1 and iPadOS 15.8.1 for iPhone 6s (all models), iPhone 7 (all models), iPhone SE (1st generation), iPad Air 2, iPad mini (4th generation), and iPod touch (7th generation)

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Sonoma 14.3, macOS Ventura 13.6.4, macOS Monterey 12.7.3, watchOS 10.3, tvOS 17.3 and Safari 17.3.

January 09, 2024 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for January 2024 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2 and Windows 10 21H2. So no more security updates or fixes are released for these unsupported operating systems.

December 19, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 17.2.1, iOS/iPadOS 16.7.4 and More

Apple has released iOS 17.2.1 for iPhone XS and later. This new version comes with important bug fixes and security updates.

Similarly, Apple has released iOS 16.7.4 and iPadOS 16.7.4 for iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 5th generation, iPad Pro 9.7-inch, and iPad Pro 12.9-inch 1st generation.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Sonoma 14.2.1 and Safari 17.2.1.

December 12, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for December 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2 and Windows 10 21H2. So no more security updates or fixes are released for these unsupported operating systems.

December 11, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 17.2 and More

Apple has released iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2 for 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. The new versions contain security fixes, bug fixes, new Journal app, improvements to Action button and camera.

Similarly, Apple has released iOS 16.7.3 and iPadOS 16.7.3 for 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.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Sonoma 14.2, macOS Ventura 13.6.3, macOS Monterey 12.7.2, watchOS 10.2, tvOS 17.2 and Safari 17.2.

November 30, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 17.1.2 and More

Apple has released iOS 17.1.2 and iPadOS 17.1.2 for 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. The new versions contain security fixes for WebKit.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Sonoma 14.1.2 and Safari 17.1.2.

November 14, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for November 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2 and Windows 10 21H2. So no more security updates or fixes are released for these unsupported operating systems.

November 07, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 17.1.1 and More

Apple has released iOS 17.1.1 and iPadOS 17.1.1 for 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. These new versions fix the issue where Apple Pay and other NFC features were not working on iPhone 15 series models while using integrated wireless charger present in BMW and some Toyota cars. These versions also fix the issue where weather widget on lock screen was incorrectly showing snow.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Sonoma 14.1.1, macOS Ventura 13.6.2 and watchOS 10.1.1. The watchOS 10.1.1 fixes battery drain issue reported by some Apple Watch users.

October 25, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 17.1, 16.7.2, 15.8 and More

Apple has released iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1 for 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. These new versions come with many new features such as AirDrop over the Internet, StandBy improvements, Apple Music enhancements, etc.

Similarly, Apple has released iOS 16.7.2 and iPadOS 16.7.2 for 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.

Apple has also released iOS 15.8 and iPadOS 15.8 for iPhone 6s (all models), iPhone 7 (all models), iPhone SE (1st generation), iPad Air 2, iPad mini (4th generation), and iPod touch (7th generation).

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Sonoma 14.1, macOS Ventura 13.6.1, macOS Monterey 12.7.1, watchOS 10.1, tvOS 17.1 and Safari 17.1.

October 10, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for October 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

The update released for Windows 11 22H2 also installs the recently released Moment 4 Update (4th feature drop) on Windows 11 devices.

More Info: Windows 11 Moment 4 Update (Fourth Feature Drop) Available for Download

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2 and Windows 10 21H2. So no more security updates or fixes are released for these unsupported operating systems.

October 10, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 16.7.1 and iPadOS 16.7.1

Apple has released iOS 16.7.1 and iPadOS 16.7.1 for 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 to fix bugs, security issues in Kernel and WebRTC.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

October 04, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 17.0.3

Apple has released iOS 17.0.3 and iPadOS 17.0.3 for 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 to fix bugs, security issues in Kernel and WebRTC and overheating issue that was causing new iPhone 15 to run warmer than expected.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

September 26, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 17.0.2 and More

Apple has released iOS 17.0.2 and iPadOS 17.0.2 for 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 to fix data transfer issue.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Sonoma 14, watchOS 10.0.2 and Safari 17.

September 21, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 16.7, 17.0.1, 17.0.2 and More

Apple has released iOS 17.0.1 and iPadOS 17.0.1 for 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. The new versions contain security fixes for Kernel and WebKit.

Similarly, Apple has released iOS 16.7 and iPadOS 16.7 for 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.

iOS 17.0.2 is also available for the latest iPhone 15 series (all models).

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.6, macOS Monterey 12.7, watchOS 9.6.3/10.0.1 and Safari 16.6.1.

September 18, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10 and tvOS 17

Apple has released iOS 17 for iPhone XS and later models. It comes with many new features such as live voicemail, NameDrop, StandBy, interactive widgets on home screen, profiles support in Safari web browser, offline maps, redesigned Phone app, improvements to iMessage and many more.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 17 for 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.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released tvOS 17 and watchOS 10.

September 12, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for September 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2 and Windows 10 21H2. So no more security updates or fixes are released for these unsupported operating systems.

September 11, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 15.7.9, macOS 12.6.9 and 11.7.10

Apple has released iOS 15.7.9 and iPadOS 15.7.9 for older models of iPhone and iPad to fix security related issues in ImageIO.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Monterey 12.6.9 and macOS Big Sur 11.7.10.

September 07, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 16.6.1, macOS 13.5.2, WatchOS 9.6.2

Apple has released iOS 16.6.1 for iPhone 8 and later models to fix several security related issues in ImageIO and Wallet.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 16.6.1 for iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.5.2 and watchOS 9.6.2.

August 17, 2023 – Apple Releases macOS Ventura 13.5.1

Apple has released macOS Ventura 13.5.1. This update has no published CVE entries.

Users should upgrade to new version immediately.

August 15, 2023 – Apple Releases watchOS 9.6.1

Apple has released watchOS 9.6.1 for Apple Watch Series 4 and later. This update has no published CVE entries.

Users should upgrade to new version immediately.

August 08, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for August 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2 and Windows 10 21H2. So no more security updates or fixes are released for these unsupported operating systems.

July 24, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 16.6/15.7.8, macOS 13.5/12.6.8/11.7.9 and More

Apple has released iOS 16.6 for iPhone 8 and later models to fix several security related issues in Kernel, Apple Neural Engine, Find My, libxpc and WebKit.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 16.6 for iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later.

Apple has also released iOS 15.7.8 and iPadOS 15.7.8 for older models of iPhone and iPad.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.5, macOS Monterey 12.6.8, macOS Big Sur 11.7.9, watchOS 9.6, tvOS 16.6 and Safari 16.6.

July 12, 2023 – Apple Releases Rapid Security Response Updates for iOS 16.5.1, iPadOS 16.5.1 and macOS Ventura 13.4.1

Apple has released Rapid Security Response Update iOS 16.5.1 (c) for iPhone 8 and later models to fix security related issues in WebKit.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 16.5.1 (c) for iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.4.1 (c) version.

July 11, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for July 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2 and Windows 10 21H2. So no more security updates or fixes will be released for these unsupported operating systems.

July 10, 2023 – Apple Releases Rapid Security Response Updates for iOS 16.5.1, iPadOS 16.5.1 and macOS Ventura 13.4.1

Apple has released Rapid Security Response Update iOS 16.5.1 (a) for iPhone 8 and later models to fix security related issues in WebKit.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 16.5.1 (a) for iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.4.1 (a) and Safari 16.5.2 versions.

Related: What are Rapid Security Response Updates for iOS?

June 21, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 15.7.7 and 16.5.1, iPadOS 15.7.7 and 16.5.1 and More

Apple has released iOS 16.5.1 for iPhone 8 and later models to fix security related issues in Kernel and WebKit.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 16.5.1 for iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later.

Apple has also released iOS 15.7.7 and iPadOS 15.7.7 for older models of iPhone and iPad.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.4.1, macOS Monterey 12.6.7, macOS Big Sur 11.7.8, watchOS 9.5.2, watchOS 8.8.1 and Safari 16.5.1.

June 13, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for June 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

The update released for Windows 11 22H2 also installs the recently released Moment 3 Update (3rd feature drop) on Windows 11 devices.

More Info: Windows 11 Moment 3 Update (3rd Feature Drop) Released, Here’s What’s New

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 20H2 and Windows 10 21H2. So no more security updates or fixes will be released for these unsupported operating systems.

May 23, 2023 – Apple Releases iTunes 12.12.9 for Windows 10 and Windows 11

Apple has released iTunes 12.12.9 for Windows 10 and Windows 11 to fix security related issues.

The new version comes with 2 fixes for security vulnerabilities labelled as CVE-2023-32353 and CVE-2023-32351.

iTunes users should update the app to the latest version to patch the security issues.

May 18, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 15.7.6 and 16.5, iPadOS 15.7.6 and 16.5, macOS Ventura 13.4 and More

Apple has released iOS 16.5 for iPhone 8 and later models to fix security related issues. The new version comes with new “Pride Celebration” wallpaper for Lock Screen and improvements to Apple News app.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 16.5 for iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later.

Apple has also released iOS 15.7.6 and iPadOS 15.7.6 for older models of iPhone and iPad.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.4, macOS Monterey 12.6.6, macOS Big Sur 11.7.7, tvOS 16.5, watchOS 9.5 and Safari 16.5.

May 09, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for May 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

The update released for Windows 11 22H2 adds a new toggle control on the Settings > Windows Update page. If the user turns the toggle option on, Microsoft will prioritize the device to get the latest non-security updates and enhancements when they are available for the device. For managed devices, the toggle is disabled by default.

More Info: “Get the Latest Updates as Soon as They’re Available” Toggle Option in Windows 11

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. So no more security updates or fixes released for these 2 unsupported operating systems.

April 11, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for April 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

The updates released for Windows 11 operating system implement the new Windows Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS) as a Windows inbox feature.

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. So no more security updates or fixes released for these 2 unsupported operating systems.

April 10, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 15.7.5, iPadOS 15.7.5, macOS Big Sur 11.7.6 and macOS Monterey 12.6.5

Apple has released iOS 15.7.5 for iPhone 6s (all models), iPhone 7 (all models) and iPhone SE (1st generation) to fix security related issues present in IOSurfaceAccelerator and WebKit.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 15.7.5 for iPad Air 2, iPad mini (4th generation) and iPod touch (7th generation).

Users of these older models of iPhone and iPad can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Monterey 12.6.5 and macOS Big Sur 11.7.6.

April 07, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1 and macOS Ventura 13.3.1

Apple has released iOS 16.4.1 for iPhone 8 and later models to fix security related issues present in IOSurfaceAccelerator and WebKit.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 16.4.1 for iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.3.1 and Safari 16.4.1.

March 27, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 15.7.4 and 16.4, iPadOS 16.4, macOS Ventura 13.3 and More

Apple has released iOS 16.4 for iPhone 8 and later models to fix security related issues. The new iOS 16.4 version comes with many new features such as new emoji, voice isolation (noise cancellation) feature for cellular calls, etc.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 16.4 for iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later. iPadOS 16.4 also comes with new features including new emoji and improvements to Apple Pencil functionality.

Apple has also released iOS 15.7.4 and iPadOS 15.7.4 for older models of iPhone and iPad.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.3, macOS Monterey 12.6.4, macOS Big Sur 11.7.5, tvOS 16.4, watchOS 9.4, Safari 16.4 and Studio Display Firmware Update 16.4.

March 14, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for March 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. So no more security updates or fixes released for these 2 unsupported operating systems.

March 07, 2023 – Apple Releases Security Update for macOS Monterey 12.3 and Later

Apple has released GarageBand for macOS 10.4.8 update for macOS Monterey 12.3 and later versions. The security update fixes 2 vulnerabilities.

February 15, 2023 – Apple Releases macOS Big Sur 11.7.4

Apple has released macOS Big Sur 11.7.4 version.

February 14, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 10 and 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for February 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

PS: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. So no more security updates or fixes released for these 2 unsupported operating systems.

February 13, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 16.3.1, iPadOS 16.3.1, macOS Ventura 13.2.1 and More

Apple has released iOS 16.3.1 for iPhone 8 and later models. It fixes security related issues in Kernel and WebKit.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 16.3.1 for iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.2.1, tvOS 16.3.2, watchOS 9.3.1 and Safari 16.3.1.

January 23, 2023 – Apple Releases iOS 16.3, iPadOS 16.3, macOS Ventura 13.2 and More

Apple has released iOS 16.3 for iPhone 8 and later models. It comes with many new features such as new Unity wallpaper, security keys (FIDO) for Apple ID and support for new HomePod 2nd generation. It also fixes several security related issues in Kernel, WebKit, etc.

Similarly, Apple has released iPadOS 16.3 for iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later.

Apple has also released iOS 15.7.3, iOS 12.5.7 and iPadOS 15.7.3 for older models of iPhone and iPad.

iPhone and iPad users can update to the new versions by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update page.

Apple has also released macOS Ventura 13.2, macOS Big Sur 11.7.3, macOS Monterey 12.6.3, tvOS 16.3, watchOS 9.3 and Safari 16.3.

January 10, 2023 – Patch Tuesday Updates Released for Windows 7, 8.1, 10, 11

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for January 2023 for all supported Windows versions.

Here are the links for your convenience:

Please note that Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. So no more security updates or fixes will be released for these 2 unsupported operating systems.

Keep checking this article regularly to stay updated and safe!

Published in: Mobiles and Internet, Software, Windows 10, Windows 11

About the author: Vishal Gupta (also known as VG) has been awarded with Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) award. He holds Masters degree in Computer Applications (MCA). He has written several tech articles for popular newspapers and magazines and has also appeared in tech shows on various TV channels.

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