iOS 18.6 Includes Over 20 Security Fixes

[MacRumors]

The iOS 18.6, iPadOS 18.6, and macOS Sequoia 15.6 updates that Apple released today address dozens of vulnerabilities, according to Apple's security support documents. None of the vulnerabilities are known to have been actively exploited in the wild, but it's still a good idea to install the new updates right away.

There are over 20 vulnerability fixes in iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6. An issue with Accessibility could let a Passcode be read aloud by VoiceOver, and parsing maliciously crafted audio could lead to memory corruption.

The update includes eight WebKit-related fixes that could disclose sensitive user information, cause Safari to crash, and result in memory corruption. For iPad users unable to update to iPadOS 18.6, Apple released iPadOS 17.7.9 with a number of security fixes.

macOS Sequoia 15.6 patches over 80 vulnerabilities that could lead to crashes, leak sensitive user data, and more. There are fixes for the Dock, Find My, Notes, Safari, Spotlight, System Settings, and other apps and features.

There are also macOS Sonoma 14.7.7 and macOS Ventura 13.7.7 updates for those who have older Macs that can't run macOS Sequoia 15.6.

Apple's other updates released today, including visionOS 2.6, tvOS 18.6, and watchOS 11.6, include fixes for between 17 and 19 vulnerabilities.

Apple recommends keeping your devices up to date with the latest software to avoid issues caused by any of these security vulnerabilities. Apple says that updating software is one of the most important things that a user can do to maintain the security of Apple products.

Article Link: iOS 18.6 Includes Over 20 Security Fixes

 

[AF_APPLETALK]

I installed this update, but I don't seem to be having liquid glass. Did I do something wrong?

/s

 

[jz0309]

fixes for security reasons are always welcomed!

 

[jz0309]

I installed this update, but I don't seem to be having liquid glass. Did I do something wrong?

/s

have a drink or 2 or maybe more ...

 

[icwhatudidthere]

Just one look at the first four or five headlines of software updates and I’m glad Apple is unifying the version numbering.

 

[Lizzard899]

In the beginning its very slow glitchy and theres a touch response problem. The settings app frozed too. Had to close it for it to work again. I think its because its processing or updating software in the background. Usually takes a day or two to do that.

 

[NMBob]

In the beginning its very slow glitchy and theres a touch response problem. The settings app frozed too. Had to close it for it to work again. I think its because its processing or updating software in the background. Usually takes a day or two to do that.

It used to be Spotlight tying things up for a while after a macOS (OSX) update. Don't know if that applies to iPadOS, but could be. Some things never change.

 

[macfacts]

I installed this update, but I don't seem to be having liquid glass. Did I do something wrong?

/s

Liquid glass is in iOS 26, installing iOS 26, would be like adding more bugs.

 

[transpo1]

Just one look at the first four or five headlines of software updates and I’m glad Apple is unifying the version numbering.

Now if we can only get Macrumors to make one post about each unified release instead of five. 🥲

 

[N0ughtsAndCr0sses]

I installed this update, but I don't seem to be having liquid glass. Did I do something wrong?

/s

You had too much liquid in glass 🤌🏻

 

[MysteriousStain]

I’m keeping my XS on ios17 as I don’t want 18 to kill it and even though Apple releases 17 updates it refuses to provide them if your phone can technically go to 18. This behaviour is in the top 3 things that p**s me off about this “green” company.

 

[culex]

The update includes eight WebKit-related fixes that could disclose sensitive user information, cause Safari to crash, and result in memory corruption.

I still don't understand why webkit is not an independent app. Browser Engines should get bug fixes as soon as they are available.

 

[I7guy]

I’m keeping my XS on ios17 as I don’t want 18 to kill it and even though Apple releases 17 updates it refuses to provide them if your phone can technically go to 18. This behaviour is in the top 3 things that p**s me off about this “green” company.

PBKAC. iOS 18 would probably perform better than iOS 17.

 

[segfaultdotorg]

Happy Patch Tuesday(TM), everyone!

 

[JosephAW]

What ever happened to iOS 18.5.1? Now iOS 18.6.0. Always feel better with a dot one update. 📱

 

[Black_Mage]

I installed this update while at work during my lunch break.

 

[oldmanriver]

I installed this update, but I don't seem to be having liquid glass. Did I do something wrong?

/s

I'm glad you said that the new "design language" is not yet in ipados. That was a question I had about this update. My understanding is that the release of os26 will be the first release to include this new ui feature. I will not use it unless it can be switched off or tuned to be much less transparent. Others obviously look forward to it. OS26 is scheduled to be released this fall, but a public beta is available now for those who want to try it out.

 

[flybass]

This is a very glass half full headline.. Another way to put it - iOS had at least 20 security issues.

 

[Shirasaki]

This is a very glass half full headline.. Another way to put it - iOS had at least 20 security issues.

Not as safe as Apple insists they are. Might as well disabled App Store but Apple would lose big money so screw it I guess.

 

[Shirasaki]

I’m keeping my XS on ios17 as I don’t want 18 to kill it and even though Apple releases 17 updates it refuses to provide them if your phone can technically go to 18. This behaviour is in the top 3 things that p**s me off about this “green” company.

Green wash as always. No surprising there. Forbidding users the ability to upgrade to whatever version they see fit let alone downgrading it has been a staple from Apple since I think its inception. And unfortunately this user hostile decision will never change.

 

[Scoob Redux]

it's still a good idea to install the new updates right away.

Why is that? I've found that every update makes things less usable. The only entity that benefits from users updating is Apple.

 

[kitKAC]

Why is that?

Because it's common sense to make sure your devices are as secure as possible. But, you do you.

 

[repmeer]

I installed this update, but I don't seem to be having liquid glass. Did I do something wrong?

/s

#Facepalm