Apple has pushed the iOS 17.1.2 update to iPhone users, with the internal version number being 21B101. According to Apple’s release notes, iOS 17.1.2 fixes critical vulnerabilities that could be exploited in earlier versions:
- Resolving the potential leakage of sensitive information when handling web content. Apple received reports suggesting exploitation of this issue in iOS versions prior to 16.7.1.
- Addressing the possibility of arbitrary code execution when handling web content. Apple was informed of reports indicating potential exploitation of this issue in iOS versions before 16.7.1.
For the upgrade to iOS 17.1.2/iPadOS 17.1.2, follow these steps:
- As a precaution, back up all device data (using tools like iMobie PhoneTrans).
- Ensure the device has sufficient storage and ample battery before initiating the upgrade. Connect the device to power during the upgrade.
- Note that after upgrading, downgrading to Apple’s officially unsupported iOS versions is not possible.
Upgrade options include:
- Open “Settings” on the device, go to “General,” and check for updates in “Software Update.”
- Use iMobie PhoneTrans to upgrade: Connect the iOS device to the computer, open iMobie PhoneTrans on the PC, select iOS 17.1.2, check the “Retain user data for flashing” option, click “Flash now,” and patiently wait for the flashing process to complete.
iOS 17.1.2/iPadOS 17.1.2 officially supports the following devices:
iPhone:
- iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone SE (3rd generation).
Apple’s release of iOS 17.1.2, addressing security vulnerabilities, also covers:
iPad:
- iPad mini 5, iPad mini 6, iPad 6 (2018), iPad 7 (2019), iPad 8, iPad 9, iPad 10, iPad Air 3, iPad Air 4, iPad Air 5, iPad Pro (10.5 inches), iPad Pro (11 inches), iPad Pro 2 (11 inches), iPad Pro 2 (12.9 inches), iPad Pro 3 (11 inches), iPad Pro 3 (12.9 inches), iPad Pro 4 (11 inches), iPad Pro 4 (12.9 inches), iPad Pro 5 (12.9 inches), iPad Pro 6 (12.9 inches).
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