Update Apple devices immediately to close a critical security vulnerability

In response to a security vulnerability that could compromise Apple devices without any user action, Apple has released updates to macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and WatchOS. You must immediately update any Apple devices connected to the HMS network or used to conduct HMS business.

Refer to Apple’s documentation on updating macOSiOSiPadOS, and WatchOS, and update your devices as soon as possible.

The HMS community is required to install software and operating system updates. You must apply these updates to any Harvard-owned or grant-purchased system connected to the HMS network or used to conduct HMS business. You can review additional security requirements on the HMS IT website.

If you are affiliated with Wyss and have questions, contact itsupport@wyss.harvard. If you are affiliated with HMS, contact HMS IT at 617-432-2000 or itservicedesk@hms.harvard.edu. If you are affiliated with HSDM, contact HSDM support at support@hsdm.harvard.edu.

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