Apple rolled out iOS 26.6.1, closing 29 security vulnerabilities across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, with the update now public.

While no exploits were publicly known at the time of the patch, users are urged to update promptly for stronger protection.

Most fixes target WebKit, the Safari engine, to prevent crashes and potential device compromise.

Apple stresses timely installation as details are public and threats are expected to rise ahead of the anticipated iOS 27 release.

Even though no exploits had been publicly used yet, the patches are important to mitigate risk, especially as AI makes bug discovery easier.

A critical fix addresses CVE-2026-65346, which could allow arbitrary code execution on affected devices, highlighted as especially important by security observers.

Another noteable fix prevents CVE-2026-65346, a vulnerability that could let an attacker run code on the device.

The update expands coverage to iPad and Mac versions, ensuring broader protection across Apple devices.

An older option, iOS 18.7.10, remains available with similar security enhancements, aided in part by AI-based vulnerability identification.

Similar security updates were issued for older devices to extend protection across the ecosystem.

The rollout comes ahead of the iOS 27 launch anticipated in September 2026, underscoring ongoing security updates.

Vulnerabilities addressed include significant WebKit flaws, kernel bugs, and an audio-related issue that could leak data.