To make sure your iPhone or iPad is up to date go to settings, then general and then software update. This is where known security flaws are fixed, but it is up to you to install them,' Bree Fowler, Tech Editor with Consumer Reports said. “Don’t ignore operating system and app updates. Over the past year, Apple has rolled out a slew of software updates to fix flaws and even some critical vulnerabilities, including at least one that could have left Apple users susceptible to dangerous malware had the patch not been installed. The good news is researchers say with a few simple steps you can keep your Apple devices safe.Įxperts say all connected technology carries some level of risk. That’s why I went with them to begin with,' Apple user Mark Doherty said. 'I’ve always thought Apple products were safer. For many years people assumed Apple devices were untouchable to cyber threats because they were too tough to hack, but experts say that’s not the case anymore.Ĭonsumer Reports said while many owners of iPhones, iPads and Mac computers may have thought they didn't need anti-virus software, a recent wave of attacks against Apple products are causing concern.
