iOS 17.3: On January 22, Apple released iOS 17.3, which gave iPhone users access to new features like Stolen Device Protection and collaborative playlists. Additionally, security patches and bug adjustments were incorporated into the update, one of which Apple claims could be actively exploited.
Navigate to Settings > General > Software Update, select Install Now, and then follow the on-screen instructions to obtain the update.
iOS 17.3, according to Apple, resolves over a dozen security vulnerabilities and issues. One of these updates is for WebKit, the Apple-developed web browser engine utilized by Safari.
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Apple stated that WebKit could potentially execute arbitrary code in response to maliciously crafted web content.
Okta, an IT services provider, warns that your data or device could be hijacked for harmful purposes.
The improvements in iOS 17.3 also fix a Safari vulnerability that might provide access to private browsing data through Settings. Apple claimed none of the vulnerabilities were exploited.
Explore iOS 17.3’s new features, speculate on iOS 17.4, and check out our iOS 17 cheat sheet for more iOS news.
