Apple releases update to fix security flaw that 'may have been actively exploited'

Apple has released security updates for all of its devices, that fixes a critical flaw that, "may have been actively exploited," by hackers.

The Cupertino-based technology giant has released updates for macOS Ventura, iPadOS, iOS and its web browser, Safari. Security updates for tvOS and watchOS should follow soon.

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On the iOS and iPadOS, the flaw allowed the execution of malicious code with kernel privileges, meaning the threat actors could potentially take over authorization of the devices.

Apple's open-source WebKit browser engine, used for Safari, also suffered a flaw that allowed threat actors to execute code if an user was unlucky enough to phished.

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Phishing involves tricking people into visiting unsafe websites, commonly disguised as legitimate. The flaw allowed execution of malicious code in the background through a staged website.

Apple said that it was aware that the issue, "may have been actively exploited," on its support page.