Apple Releases Emergency Patches for Critical Image I/O Vulnerability
A vulnerability (CVE‑2025‑43300) in Apple’s Image I/O system allows attackers to exploit image files, potentially hijacking devices and draining crypto wallets without user interaction.
Key points:
- Emergency patches released for iOS 18.6.2, macOS Sonoma 14.7.8, Ventura 13.7.8, and other systems.
- The vulnerability is actively being used in real-world attacks.
- Crypto transactions are irreversible; once funds are lost, they cannot be recovered.
- Manual application of the patch is recommended to ensure protection.