Apple has released iOS 17.0.1 and iPadOS 17.0.1 software updates for iPhone and iPad users. The updates plug several security vulnerabilities, all of which have reportedly been exploited in the wild.
Apple just released iOS 17 to the general public earlier this week with new features for Messages, FaceTime, Health, widgets, etc., as well as a new StandBy mode and Journal app for iPhone, the expansion of the Health app to iPad, and Contact Posters for the Phone app.
What’s new in iOS 17.0.1?
It’s been a hot minute since Apple released iOS 17 to all users and there are already security holes to close for the company. iOS 17.0.1 fixes three vulnerabilities related to Kernel, Security, and WebKit, all of which have been actively exploited against iOS 16.7 and older versions, however, the company has still fixed these issues for iOS 17.x.
Here are the details of the fixes from Apple:
Kernel
Available for: iPhone XS and later, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2nd generation and later, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 6th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later
Impact: A local attacker may be able to elevate their privileges. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited against versions of iOS before iOS 16.7.
Description: The issue was addressed with improved checks.
CVE-2023-41992: Bill Marczak of The Citizen Lab at The University of Toronto’s Munk School and Maddie Stone of Google’s Threat Analysis Group
Security
Available for: iPhone XS and later, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2nd generation and later, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 6th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later
Impact: A malicious app may be able to bypass signature validation. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited against versions of iOS before iOS 16.7.
Description: A certificate validation issue was addressed.
CVE-2023-41991: Bill Marczak of The Citizen Lab at The University of Toronto’s Munk School and Maddie Stone of Google’s Threat Analysis Group
WebKit
Available for: iPhone XS and later, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2nd generation and later, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 6th generation and later, iPad mini 5th generation and later
Impact: Processing web content may lead to arbitrary code execution. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited against versions of iOS before iOS 16.7.
Description: The issue was addressed with improved checks.
WebKit Bugzilla: 261544
CVE-2023-41993: Bill Marczak of The Citizen Lab at The University of Toronto’s Munk School and Maddie Stone of Google’s Threat Analysis Group
iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 compatible devices
Here is the list of devices that are compatible with iOS and iPadOS 17:
iPhone
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
iPad
- 12.9-inch iPad Pro (6th-gen, 5th-gen, 4th-gen, 3rd-gen, 2nd-gen)
- 11-inch iPad Pro (4th-gen, 3rd-gen, 2nd-gen, 1st-gen)
- 10.5-inch iPad Pro
- 9.7-inch iPad Pro
- iPad (6th-gen, 7th-gen, 8th-gen, 9th-gen, 10th-gen)
- iPad Air (3rd-gen, 4th-gen, 5th-gen)
- iPad mini (5th-gen, 6th-gen)
How to install iOS 17 and iPadOS 17?
Make sure your device has at least 50% battery charge. Connect to a stable Wi-Fi network and go to Settings > General > Software Update on your device to start downloading and installing.
Check out our coverage of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 features:
- iOS 17 adds cross-fade transitions to Apple Music
- iPadOS 17 introduces improved PDF and Notes experience
- iPadOS 17 expands video capabilities with external cameras and displays
- iPadOS 17 offers new Interactive Widgets and personalized Lock Screen
- Apple unveils groundbreaking privacy and security features for iPhone, iPad and Mac at WWDC 2023
- iOS 17 updates AirDrop with new NameDrop and SharePlay support
- iOS 17 features personalized Contact Posters for the Phone app
- Messages in iOS 17: redesigned app drawer, swipe to reply, Check In, sticker drawer and more
- Powerful health features for mind and body coming in iOS 17, iPadOS 17 and watchOS 10
- iOS 17 StandBy mode can transform your iPhone into a versatile home hub
- Apple unveils new ‘Journal’ app for iPhone with iOS 17
- iOS 17 tidbits and hidden features: Interactive Lock Screen widgets, video messages and more
- iOS 17 causing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues? Try these fixes
- Fix iOS 17 battery drain issues with these tips and tricks
