Apple Addresses Critical Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Impacting iPhones and Macs

In a recent emergency security update, Apple has identified and swiftly addressed three zero-day vulnerabilities that pose a serious threat to the security of iPhones and Mac products. These vulnerabilities are actively being exploited by threat actors, making it imperative for users to update their devices promptly. In this article, we’ll delve into the details of these vulnerabilities, the affected devices, and the actions Apple has taken to mitigate the risks.

The Zero-Day Vulnerabilities:

1. CVE-2023–41992 (Kernel Framework):

• This vulnerability is located in the Kernel Framework, and it can be exploited by threat actors to escalate privileges on the affected devices. Escalating privileges can give malicious actors greater control over the compromised device.

2. CVE-2023–41993 (WebKit Browser Engine):

• The second vulnerability, found in the WebKit browser engine, allows threat actors to potentially bypass signature validation. This can open the door for the execution of malicious code through carefully crafted webpages.

3. CVE-2023–41991 (Security Framework):

• The third vulnerability…