Apple has issued an emergency update to its macOS and iOS devices due to a ‘zero-day’ vulnerability, and has released security updates for macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and Safari.
To ensure your Apple devices are fully updated and protected against this zero-day exploit, please see the below instructions.
- The latest version of iOS and iPadOS is 15.6.1. Learn how to update the software on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
- The latest version of macOS is 12.5.1. Learn how to update the software on your Mac and how to allow important background updates.
- The latest version of Safari is 15.6.1. Learn how to update your Safari browser.
Proactively taking these steps on your devices will afford you the swiftest protection. If you have further questions or concerns regarding this threat, please contact our IS Service Desk at 758-HELP (336-758-4357).
To report suspected or suspicious cyber activity, or for more information on how IS protects Wake Forest University from these and other threats, please contact our Information Systems Security team at infosec@wfu.edu.