Apple Updates iOS for Multiple Vulnerabilities

Original release date: August 12, 2010
Last revised: --
Source: US-CERT

Systems Affected

• Apple iOS for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices

Overview

Apple has released iOS 4.0.2 Update and iOS 3.2.2 Update to correct multiple vulnerabilities affecting components of Apple iOS. Apple iOS is used by iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. As a result of convincing a user to view a specially crafted web page, attackers could take control of your device, gain access to your sensitive information, or crash your device.

Solution

Install the updates

Use iTunes to download and install updates.

Description

Apple iOS 4.0.2 Update and iOS 3.2.2 Update address two vulnerabilities affecting iOS, including a vulnerability detailed in US-CERT Vulnerability Note VU#275247.

References

• iOS 4.0.2 Update for iPhone and iPod touch - <http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4291>
• iOS 3.2.2 Update for iPad - <http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4292>
• Updating your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - <http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1414>
• Vulnerability Note VU#275247 - <https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/275247>

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Revision History

August 12, 2010: Initial release