Macrumors iOS 27.2 Update Fixes Over 160 Security Vulnerabilities
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- •iOS 27.2 fixes over 160 vulnerabilities, including critical security flaws.
- •Notable fixes include issues in WebKit and kernel vulnerabilities.
- •Apple advises immediate updates to prevent potential exploitation.
Apple's iOS 27.2 and iPadOS 27.2 updates, released on October 26, 2026, address more than 160 security vulnerabilities, including flaws that could allow remote access to sensitive data. Notable fixes include a Hide My Email bug and over 30 vulnerabilities in WebKit, as well as approximately 15 kernel bugs. The update also resolves vulnerabilities exploited by the jailbreak team Calif, which demonstrated an untethered jailbreak on launch day. Apple advises users to update their devices promptly to mitigate potential risks, as devices may be vulnerable to attacks. While no of these vulnerabilities has been confirmed, the number of fixes reflects a growing trend in vulnerability discovery due to improved AI models. Apple has also released iOS 26.7.2 for older devices, containing many of the same security enhancements.
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