Fears hackers could exploit security weakness in Apple devices

Apple Security Update Explainer

Security experts are warning that everyone should update any Apple device they have immediately, “because of serious security vulnerabilities”. Source: AP / Richard Drew/AP

Users of Apple devices worldwide are being urged to immediately install software updates, if they haven't already. The company has disclosed a security weakness, that hackers are suspected of having already exploited to take control of some mobiles, tablets and computers.



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