March 6, 2024 at 12:06PM
Apple’s latest security patches fix four vulnerabilities in iOS and iPadOS, including two exploited zero-days. The vulnerabilities, registered as CVE-2024-23225 and CVE-2024-23296, allow attackers to bypass kernel memory protections but were patched with improved validation. The updates also addressed other minor vulnerabilities and introduced new features, including options for browser choice per the EU’s Digital Markets Act.
Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaways are:
1. Apple released security patches for four vulnerabilities affecting iOS and iPadOS, including two zero-days that had been exploited.
2. The vulnerabilities, registered as CVE-2024-23225 and CVE-2024-23296, required kernel read and write capabilities to exploit and bypassed kernel memory protections.
3. The updates also included fixes for vulnerabilities discovered by students at Tudor Vianu National College of Computer Science in Bucharest.
4. In addition to security fixes, the updates brought changes per the EU’s Digital Markets Act, including allowing users to choose their default browser engine and app source.
These takeaways capture the main points discussed in the meeting notes. Let me know if you need any further assistance or clarification.