iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 bring multiple critical security fixes
Apple has officially published the complete list of security fixes and vulnerability patches included in its latest software updates across all platforms. The updates — iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1, tvOS 26.1, visionOS 26.1, and watchOS 26.1 — mark the first major updates since the original September release.
These updates deliver dozens of critical security patches, including fixes for Apple Account privacy, Safari and WebKit exploits, Photos data leaks, and an issue allowing Stolen Device Protection to be disabled. In total, about 50 vulnerabilities have been addressed.
Major Highlights
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Apple Account: Prevents malicious apps from capturing screenshots of sensitive data.
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WebKit (Safari): Fixes for address bar spoofing, keystroke monitoring, and memory corruption.
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Photos: Improved protection of temporary files to prevent data exposure.
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Kernel & Neural Engine: Memory corruption and crash vulnerabilities patched.
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Stolen Device Protection: Strengthened safeguards against unauthorized disabling.
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Accessibility & CoreServices: Prevents apps from identifying other installed apps.
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Mail, Camera, Siri, Contacts: Improved privacy and permission management.
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Safari UI & Privacy Fixes: Prevents spoofing and privacy preference bypasses.
Affected Devices
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iPhone: iPhone 11 and later
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iPad: iPad Pro (12.9-inch 3rd gen and newer), iPad Pro (11-inch 1st gen and newer), iPad Air (3rd gen and newer), iPad (8th gen and newer), iPad mini (5th gen and newer)
How to Update
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