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Apple Urges iPhone Users to Update for Security Fixes

1/18/2026

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Apple Inc. urges iPhone users to update to iOS 26.2 or iOS 18.7.3 after security flaws are exploited.
As of January 18, 2026, adoption of iOS 26 remains slow, estimated at 15–50%.
The updates fix 25 vulnerabilities, including WebKit flaws that could let malicious apps take control.
iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR should install iOS 18.7.3, with newer models also required to move to iOS 26.

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Story summary

Apple Inc. urges iPhone users to update to iOS 26.2 or iOS 18.7.3 after security flaws are exploited.
As of January 18, 2026, adoption of iOS 26 remains slow, estimated at 15–50%.
The updates fix 25 vulnerabilities, including WebKit flaws that could let malicious apps take control.
iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR should install iOS 18.7.3, with newer models also required to move to iOS 26.