iOS 18.3.1 releases and regulates a major security flaw

If you are using iOS 18.3 on your iPhone, you may have noticed some display bugs in recent days. Apple had deployed this version on January 27, notably by offering improvements for its suite of AI tools in the countries where it is available.

The apple firm has just published iOS 18.3.1, an update that arrives earlier than expected. It corrects indeedA major security problemWho worried the Cupertino teams, to the point of triggering an emergency outing.

A vulnerability that targeted your data

A flaw in the accessibility system of iOSallowed malicious people to bypass the restricted USB mode of certain locked iPhones. The latter normally prevents any connection to a computer without unlocking code.Apple confirms that this vulnerability has already been usedDuring sophisticated attacks against specific targets.

Pirates could thusaccess the personal data of the targeted userOnce the limited USB mode is disabled. The iOS 18.3.1 update corrects this flaw and strengthens the safety of your iPhone in the face of this type of targeted attack.

iOS 18.4 approaching with Apple Intelligence for Francophones

Beyond this corrective patch, it is above all the iOS 18.4 version which is expected at the turn. Apple should deploy the first beta in the coming days, with the arrival of Apple Intelligence in French in particular. Tim Cook had recalled the launch of the final version next April.

Bloomberg Mark Gurman announcesA deployment of the beta 1 of iOS 18.4Scheduled between the week of February 10 and that after. The perfect opportunity for the most impatient of you to try Apple Intelligence in French before its official launch in April.

This future major upgrade must recall a new application intention system. It will allow Siri to better understand the context of your requests from the displayed screen. What hope for more natural and relevant interactions, after disappointing beginnings with66 % errors on basic requests.

Until then, iOS 18.3.1 should already bring you a little respite if you meet concerns with iOS 18.3.