The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a high-severity cybersecurity advisory warning millions of Apple users in India about multiple critical vulnerabilities in iPhones and iPads. These security flaws could allow attackers to steal sensitive information, compromise device integrity, or even disable the devices entirely.
According to the official notice from CERT-In, the vulnerabilities affect a wide range of Apple devices โ including iPhone XS and newer, and various iPad models โ that are not updated to the latest iOS 18.3 or iPadOS 17.7.3 (or 18.3, depending on the model). The most concerning flaw stems from Appleโs Darwin system, which may allow malicious apps to send sensitive system-level notifications without needing special permissions, potentially leading to device crashes or data leaks.
Devices at Risk Include:
iPhones running versions earlier than iOS 18.3
iPads not updated to iPadOS 17.7.3 or iPadOS 18.3
Models such as iPad Pro (2nd gen+), iPad 6th gen+, iPad Air (3rd gen+), and iPad mini (5th gen+)
CERT-In has confirmed that some of these vulnerabilities are already being actively exploited in the wild, raising the urgency of the situation.
Recommended Action for Users:
Apple has released critical security patches to address the issues. All users are urged to:
Immediately update their devices to the latest iOS or iPadOS version
Avoid downloading apps from untrusted sources
Monitor for any unusual device activity that may signal unauthorized access or malware
This alert underscores the growing importance of staying current with software updates and maintaining device hygiene in an increasingly threat-prone digital environment.
For detailed technical information, users can refer to the advisory posted on CERT-Inโs official website.
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