Apple has issued an urgent warning to iPhone and iPad users about a critical security flaw,

 

Apple has issued an urgent warning to iPhone and iPad users about a critical security flaw, CVE-2025-24200, which could let attackers bypass key protections. 

 

The vulnerability, found in targeted attacks, allows hackers with physical access to disable USB Restricted Mode, a feature that blocks unauthorized data transfer via the device’s USB-C or Lightning port.

 

Apple has released iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1 to fix the issue, urging users to update immediately. Security experts warn that the flaw could let attackers gain full admin access, posing serious risks. The issue was discovered by The Citizen Lab, a group known for exposing surveillance exploits.

 

Apple remains discreet about the attack details but stresses the importance of updating devices to stay protected. Users should install the latest update to safeguard their data.