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IT Alert: Critical Apple System Security Vulnerabilities

Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Apple’s Xcode, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, watchOS, Safari, iTunes for Windows, and iCloud for Windows. If exploited, attackers could gain access to private information on your system or take full control of your system/device. The following systems and software are vulnerable to these attacks:

Software

Version Containing Vulnerability

macOS Catalina

Prior to 10.15.3 (Security Update 2020-001 Mojave, and Security Update 2020-001 High Sierra)

iOS

Prior to 13.3.1

iPadOS

Prior to 13.3.1

tvOS

Prior to 13.3.1

watchOS

Prior to 6.1.2

Safari

Prior to 13.0.5

iTunes for Windows

Prior to 12.10.4

iCloud for Windows

Prior to 10.9.2

The TTU IT Division recommends updating your Apple products immediately to protect yourself and institutional data and information resources. Additionally, we recommend configuring your system to install updates automatically in order to better protect yourself in the future. You may find information on installing updates, as well as configuring automatic updates, in the following locations: 

We encourage you to be vigilant in practicing cybersecurity and invite you to learn more cybersecurity tips online at http://www.cybersecurity.ttu.edu. For more information or questions, please contact IT Help Central at (806) 742-4357 (HELP) or via email at ithelpcentral@ttu.edu.

Posted:
2/13/2020

Originator:
IT Help Central

Email:
ithelpcentral@ttu.edu

Department:
ITHC


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