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Apple sends lock-screen security alerts to iPhones running iOS 17 and earlier
Apple has pushed lock-screen security alerts to iPhones running iOS 17 and earlier versions, warning users that an attacker could view restricted content without unlocking the device. The flaw, cataloged in a federal vulnerability bulletin,
Apple has begun pushing Lock Screen notifications to iPhones and iPads running older versions of iOS and iPadOS, warning users of active web-based attacks. The alerts, which appear as a "Critical Software" notification from the Settings app,
A week after releasing iOS 17.6 to all users, Apple is making available iOS 17.6.1 to iPhone and iPad owners. This update brings bug fixes and security improvements, including one that prevented Advanced Data Protection from being turned on and off.
If you own an iPhone or iPad running an older version of iOS or iPadOS, you'll likely see a Lock Screen alert from Apple urging you to update to a newer version of your device's operating system to protect against web-based attacks.