iOS 18.3.1 update fixes security flaw used in "extremely sophisticated attack"
Briefly

Apple has released iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1 to address a critical security flaw in the USB Restricted Mode. This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-24200, has been reportedly exploited in targeted attacks against specific individuals. While the exact targets remain undisclosed, the urgency of these updates highlights the potential risk to user security. Additionally, Apple has offered a similar fix for older iPad models through iPadOS 17.7.5. Unlike these iOS updates, other system updates for macOS and watchOS did not rectify known CVEs, although future disclosures may alter that.
Apple has rolled out critical security updates to iPhones and iPads, addressing a vulnerability in USB Restricted Mode that could have led to targeted attacks.
The latest release notes reveal an actively exploited flaw in the USB connectivity of devices, necessitating immediate user updates to mitigate security risks.
Read at Ars Technica
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