Apple has released iOS 27.2.1 and iPadOS 27.2.1. The iPhone update provides bug fixes and security updates.

Both updates carry build number 24B8156 and follow the iOS 27.2 and iPadOS 27.2 release on October 26.
For devices on earlier software versions, iOS 26.7.3 and iPadOS 26.7.3 carry build number 23H131. Apple has also released iOS 18.7.12 and iPadOS 18.7.12 with build number 22H390.
To install the updates, open Settings > General > Software Update on your iPhone or iPad. For firmware downloads, check the iClarified IPSW Wizard.
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