About the security content of watchOS 9.6.2
This document describes the security content of watchOS 9.6.2.
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watchOS 9.6.2
Released September 7, 2023
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Available for: Apple Watch Series 4 and later
Impact: A maliciously crafted attachment may result in arbitrary code execution. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited.
Description: A validation issue was addressed with improved logic.
CVE-2023-41061: Apple
Additional recognition
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We would like to acknowledge The Citizen Lab at The University of Torontoʼs Munk School for their assistance.
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