August #2 - Apple Releases Security Updates to Patch Zero-Day Vulnerability

  • Updated on Oct 2, 2025
  • Published on Aug 25, 2025
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Apple Releases Security Updates to Patch Zero-Day Vulnerability

Apple has issued a new round of security updates for several of its devices to address a zero-day vulnerability.

These alerts are available for various iPhone and iPad models and Macs running Sequoia, Sonoma, and Ventura.

Apple said this vulnerability has been exploited in an "extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals." If you have an Apple device that may be impacted by this vulnerability, it is highly recommended that you download these updates as soon as possible.

What Devices Are Affected?

  • iPhone XS and later

  • iPad Pro 13-inch, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation and later, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 7th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2nd generation, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, and iPad 6th generation

  • macOS Sequoia, Sonoma and Ventura

How to Check Your Device's OS Version

If you want to see what OS version your device is currently running, click the Settings icon>General>Software Update.

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What To Do About This?

To learn how to download these updates, consult our guide on updating your mobile devices and computers.

Depending on your device, after you download the update, your operating system should either be:

  • iOS 18.6.2 and iPadOS 18.6.2

  • iPadOS 17.7.10

  • macOS Sequoia 15.6.1

  • macOS Sonoma 14.7.8

  • macOS Ventura 13.7.8

If you have any additional questions, email us at [email protected] or schedule a Concierge Session via the BlackCloak app Support tab.

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The BLACKCLOAK Team