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Critical AirPlay Flaws Leave Millions of Devices Exposed Despite Apple Patches

Researchers warn that third-party AirPlay-enabled devices remain vulnerable to zero-click attacks as manufacturers lag behind in issuing updates.

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Overview

  • Oligo Security uncovered 23 critical vulnerabilities, named 'AirBorne,' in Apple's AirPlay protocol, enabling zero-click attacks on devices within the same Wi-Fi network.
  • Apple released patches for its devices through iOS 18.4, macOS Sequoia 15.4, and tvOS 18.4 on March 31, addressing the flaws for its ecosystem.
  • Millions of third-party AirPlay-compatible devices, including smart speakers and CarPlay systems, remain unpatched, leaving users at risk of remote hacking and malware propagation.
  • Security experts strongly advise disabling AirPlay or restricting access to 'Current User' in device settings as a temporary mitigation measure.
  • AirPlay's always-on functionality, combined with the vulnerabilities, poses significant risks, particularly on shared and public Wi-Fi networks.