About the security content of AirPods and Beats firmware updates
This document describes the security content of AirPods and Beats firmware updates.
About Apple security updates
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Beats Firmware Update 5B66
Released May 2, 2023
Bluetooth
Available for: Powerbeats Pro, Beats Fit Pro
Impact: When your headphones are seeking a connection request to one of your previously paired devices, an attacker in Bluetooth range might be able to spoof the intended source device and gain access to your headphones.
Description: An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management.
CVE-2023-27964: Yun-hao Chung and Archie Pusaka of Google ChromeOS
If you paired your Beats wireless headphones with your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, your Beats will update automatically. Learn more about firmware updates for Beats.
You can check the firmware version of your wireless headphones in Bluetooth settings on your device.
On your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > Bluetooth. On your Mac, go to System Settings > Bluetooth.
Tap on the info button
next to your headphones.
AirPods Firmware Update 5E133
Released April 11, 2023
Bluetooth
Available for: AirPods (2nd generation and later), AirPods Pro (all models), AirPods Max
Impact: When your headphones are seeking a connection request to one of your previously paired devices, an attacker in Bluetooth range might be able to spoof the intended source device and gain access to your headphones.
Description: An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management.
CVE-2023-27964: Yun-hao Chung and Archie Pusaka of Google ChromeOS
Firmware updates are automatically delivered while your AirPods are charging and in Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Learn more about firmware updates for AirPods.
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