Apple quickly releases iOS and iPadOS 17.5.1 to fix a bug causing deleted photos to reappear in the Photos app due to database corruption.

The bug raises concerns about the permanence of deleted data and privacy implications.

Users are encouraged to update to avoid encountering this issue.

The update also includes new features like offline mode in Apple News+ and Cross-Platform Tracking Protection.

Apple's lack of public comment on the issue has left users questioning the company's commitment to privacy and transparency.