Apple releases first Rapid Security Response update for iPhone, iPad and Mac – Times of India
The Security Response is rolling out for devices running iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1, and macOS 13.3.1. When installed, the Rapid Security Response update adds a letter to the end. For example, iOS 16.4.1 is marked as iOS 16.4.1 (a).
The Rapid Security Response (RSR) updates are an addition to the software release cycle for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. They provide essential security enhancements that are separate from regular software updates. This includes enhancements to critical system libraries, the Safari web browser, and the WebKit framework stack.
The Security Response may also be used to quickly mitigate specific security issues, such as those that are being exploited or have been reported to exist in the wild.
Compared to the traditional scheduled software updates, the Rapid Security Response updates do not take much time and happen in a jiffy.
Apple recommends all users install the Security Response as it “provides important security fixes.” Also, note that the Security Response will only be available on the latest version of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.
It is not necessary to install the Rapid Security Response updates. Users can choose to disable installation and wait until the next software update for the fixes. However, it is ideal to let these updates install automatically.
To enable the Security Responses update on an iPhone or iPad, navigate to Settings and then General. Tap on Software Update, then Automatic Updates, and ensure that the toggle for Security Responses & System Files is turned on.
On a Mac, open System Preferences and select General from the sidebar. Click on Software Update and then click the “i” icon next to Automatic Updates to reveal more details. Finally, enable the “Install Security Responses and system files” option.
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