Apple has issued an urgent alert for all iPhone users – and this is one that no one should ignore.
All iPhone owners have been urged to go into their settings as soon as possible and check for a surprise update: iOS 16.1.1.
WATCH ABOVE: Warning over new iPhone scam
Watch the latest News on Channel 7 or stream for free on 7plus >>
Apple says the new iPhone update has several security changes that will help protect your phone from hackers, stopping them from terminating apps and running code to spy on you.
“This update includes bug fixes and security updates and is recommended for all users,” advises Apple.
“A remote user may be able to cause unexpected app termination or arbitrary code execution.”
It’s believed that the update addresses two security flaws that were detected by Google’s Project Zero team.
Apple urges all users to install the update – which is free – as soon as possible to protect your device.
Apple added: “Keeping your software up to date is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your Apple product’s security.”
Is your iPhone affected?
Unfortunately, the new iOS 16.1.1 is not available on all iPhone devices.
Here is a list of all the devices that are eligible for the iOS 16 (and iOS 16.1.1) update:
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone Xs
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone X
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone SE (2nd generation or later)
.