Safari 15.6.1, macOS Monterey 12.5.1, iOS 15.6.1, iPadOS 15.6.1, watchOS 8.7.1 details

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Safari 15.6.1 for macOS Big Sur & Catalina (security fix)
Released via software update for Big Sur & Catalina. (Included in Monterey 12.5.1.)
Security fixes in Safari 15.6.1 for CVE-2022-32893.
"Apple is aware of a report that this may have been actively exploited".
(Sometimes Safari updates can break 3rd party extensions. Check for issues with the software's developer and at Apple's Safari discussion forums & related macOS forums.)

macOS Monterey 12.5.1 Update (security fixes)
Released via software update. Info from what's new in macOS Monterey 12.5.1.

"This update is recommended for all users and improves the security of macOS."

Includes Security fixes for CVE-2022-32894 & CVE-2022-32893.
(Apple is aware of a report that these issues may have been actively exploited.)
You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Monterey discussion forum

(VPN or 3rd party Security software may cause problems with OS or security updates.
Apple's article on VPN and 3rd party software issues & the usual advice on updates.
Even though I don't use 3rd party addons, I install macOS updates from a Safe Mode boot.)

iOS 15.6.1, iPadOS 15.6.1, watchOS 8.7.1 (security fixes)

About the security content of iOS 15.6.1 and iPadOS 15.6.1
- Fixes for 2 vulnerabilities, CVE-2022-32894 and CVE-2022-32893.
("Apple is aware of a report that these issues may have been actively exploited.")
About iOS 15.6.1 Update:
- "This update provides important security updates and is recommended for all users."
- Apple's iPhone discussion forum.
About iPadOS 15.6.1 Update:
- "This update provides important security updates and is recommended for all users."
- Apple's iPad discussion forum.
About watchOS 8.7.1 Update:
- Addresses issue that may cause Watch Series 3 to unexpectedly restart for some users.
- Apple's Security Updates page says "This update has no published CVE entries".
- Apple's Watch discussion forum.

Apple/Products related News, Updates, and Tips (later first)

GarageBand drops new in-app Remix Sessions featuring Katy Perry and K-pop supergroup SEVENTEEN (pr)
Microsoft Office for Mac (365/2021/2019) version 16.64 (build 22081401)
- See Aug 16, 2022 release notes for changes.

This week's Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates

Find out which macOS your Mac is using
- Added macOS Monterey 12.5.1.
How to Reset the SMC (System Management Controller) of your Mac
How to Update macOS on Mac
If you can't turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime
How to unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier

Topic based page of Guides, Tips & Troubleshooting for Mac & iPhone/iPad/watchOS Users.

Other News and Software Updates

Chrome 104.0.5112.101 Stable Channel Update for Desktop (Mac & Linux) (google)
- Includes 11 security fixes.
iOS Chrome browser 104.0.5112.99 for iOS/iPadOS 14.0 or later (App store)
- see linked App store page for changes and user reviews.

Recent Updates, Tips, DIY Upgrades and Repairs:
List of Updates, Tips, DIY Upgrades, Repair Articles, and more you may have missed. (Topics range from OS/software/driver updates & troubleshooting, to hardware upgrades and repairs.)

Previous News Archive Summary:

August 8th to 12th, 2022 News Archive

Safari Technology Preview 151.
iMovie 10.3.4 for macOS.
Final Cut Pro 10.6.4 update.
Compressor 4.6.2 update.
Motion 5.6.2 update.
Firefox 103.0.2 update.
iOS Firefox 103.1 Update.
iOS Chrome browser 104.0.5112.88 for iOS/iPadOS 14.
Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates.

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