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iOS 26.6.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 Fix Nearly 30 Security Vulnerabilities
Apple has rolled out updates to iOS 26.6.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.6.2, fixing 29 vulnerabilities, some of which could lead to significant security risks. This marks the third consecutive security update within three weeks, as vulnerabilities arise faster than before. Among the notable fixes are those addressing audio leaks, image-related vulnerabilities, and several critical WebKit bugs. All users are urged to update their systems to enhance security and prevent potential exploitation of these vulnerabilities.
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Published 17 Aug 2026, 19:45 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- iOS 26.6.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 released to fix 30 vulnerabilities
- 29 CVEs reported, with 21 related to WebKit
- Fixes include audio and image vulnerabilities
- Apple's third security update in three weeks
- Attackers could exploit unpatched devices
Interesting facts
- 21 of the vulnerabilities are linked to WebKit
- Nine of the vulnerabilities are credited to OpenAI Codex Security
- Updates are critical in the wake of rapidly emerging AI-related bugs