Apple’s Zero-Day Drama: Update Now or Face the Bug Brigade!

Apple’s first zero-day vulnerability of the year, CVE-2025-24085, has been patched in multiple OS versions. The bug, linked to privilege escalation in Core Media, was actively exploited in iPhone attacks. Users should update their devices pronto to stop potential cyber shenanigans.

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Oh Apple! Just when you thought you had your security ducks in a row, another zero-day comes along to spoil the orchard. It’s like playing whack-a-mole with vulnerabilities, but at least they’re patching faster than you can say ‘there’s an app for that.’ Tim Cook might need a new pair of sneakers to keep up with the pace!

Key Points:

  • Apple patches a zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2025-24085, affecting multiple devices.
  • This flaw is a privilege escalation issue within the Core Media framework.
  • Affected devices include iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and Apple TVs.
  • Users are urged to install the latest security updates immediately.
  • Apple has a track record of patching several zero-days annually.

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