<ul><li>Apple released software updates including iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1 for bug fixes and security updates.</li><li>The purpose of the updates is to close a security hole in iPhone and iPad devices that has been exploited by hackers.</li><li>The bug being fixed prevents a physical attack from disabling USB Restricted Mode on a locked device.</li><li>Users can install the updates by opening the Settings app or connecting their devices to a computer.</li></ul>

Apple closes iPhone security hole with fresh software update

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