Apple Releases iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 [Download]

Apple has released iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

iOS 15.2.1 contains bug fixes for your iPhone including:
● Messages may not load photos sent using an iCloud Link
● Third-party CarPlay apps may not respond to input

You can get iOS 15.2.1 from the Settings > General > Software Update menu on your iPhone or find direct download links here:
● Where to Download iPhone Firmware From
● Where to Download iPad Firmware From
● Where to Download iPod touch Firmware From

Notably, the update also resolves a security issue with HomeKit.

HomeKit
● Available for: iPhone 6s and later, iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 2 and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 4 and later, and iPod touch (7th generation)
● Impact: Processing a maliciously crafted HomeKit accessory name may cause a denial of service
● Description: A resource exhaustion issue was addressed with improved input validation.
● CVE-2022-22588: Trevor Spiniolas (@TrevorSpiniolas)

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