Overview

• Apple says processing a malicious image could trigger memory corruption, with reports of use in extremely sophisticated attacks against specific targeted individuals.
• The flaw is tracked as CVE-2025-43300, an out‑of‑bounds write fixed with improved bounds checking and credited to Apple’s internal teams.
• Updates include iOS 18.6.2, iPadOS 18.6.2, iPadOS 17.7.10 for older iPads, macOS Sequoia 15.6.1, macOS Sonoma 14.7.8, and macOS Ventura 13.7.8.
• Eligible devices include iPhone XS and later and a wide range of recent iPad and Mac models, with installation available via Settings or System Settings.
• Security outlets urge immediate installation, noting that targeted exploits can be repurposed more broadly once patches are released.