On December 12, 2025, Apple patched critical zero-day vulnerabilities in WebKit used by mercenary spyware. With attacks already occurring, Apple is pushing iPhone 11 and newer users toward iOS 26+ to access these fixes and new memory protections. Since adoption of iOS 26 remains low, many users are still exposed. Upgrading requires a restart, which helps flush potential memory-resident malware. To stay safe, users should update immediately, verify unsolicited links, and consider using Lockdown Mode for extra security.
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Why iPhone users should update and restart their devices now
