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macOS 14.1 Update (bug fixes and many security fixes)
About the security content of macOS Sonoma 14.1 lists 44 CVEs Fixed.
Info from what's new in the updates for macOS Sonoma for version 14.1:
    Provides enhancements, bug fixes, and security updates for your Mac including:
  • Favorites expanded in Music to include songs, albums, and playlists, and you can filter to display your favorites in the library.
  • Fixes an issue where the System Services settings within Location Services may reset.
  • Fixes an issue that may prevent encrypted external drives from mounting.
  • Apple warranty status for Mac, AirPods, and Beats headphones and earbuds are available in System Settings.
Also what's new for enterprise in macOS Sonoma for version 14.1:
  • Continuity features can be used with Managed Apple IDs.
  • New Lockdown Mode & macOS Sonoma wallpaper setup panes can be skipped using MDM.
  • SMB share contents are correctly shown when using Distributed File System (DFS).
  • MDM no longer fails to install enterprise apps after installing an App Store app.
  • Software Update no longer displays a "required managed update" notification when no updates are available.
(You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Sonoma discussion forum.)
 
Safari 17.1 for macOS Ventura and Monterey (security fixes)
Released via software update. Security fixes in Safari 17.1 lists 4 CVEs fixed.
There's also an article on WebKit Features in Safari 17.1.
Check feedback in Apple's Safari forum, macOS Ventura & macOS Monterey forums.

(I've never had Safari's website prefs set to allow notifications from websites, but if you're seeing fake warning popups in your Mac's upper right display area, uncheck the allow notifications in Safari's website preferences. See stop unwanted Notifications.)

macOS Ventura 13.6.1 (important security fixes)
Security fixes in macOS Ventura 13.6.1 lists 15 CVEs fixed.
Info from what's new in macOS Ventura for version 13.6.1 simply says:
"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
Also what's new for enterprise in macOS Ventura for version 13.6.1:
  • Mac computers with Intel processors no longer use Automatic Update settings
    for software updates that are delayed by MDM.

M1 Mac Mini Firmware Updated
macOS 13.6.1 updated (2020) M1 Mini firmware to 10151.41.12 (was 8422.141.2).
OS loader version was also updated to 8422.141.2.700.1 (was 8422.141.2).
On a M1 mini running macOS 13.6, software update listed macOS 13.6.1 as 1.04 GB,
but the actual download was 2.26 GB. (Safari 17.1 was installed after macOS 13.6.1.)

You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Ventura 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.)

macOS Monterey 12.7.1 (important security fixes)
About the security content of macOS Monterey 12.7.1 lists 11 CVEs fixed.
What's new in the updates for macOS Monterey for version 12.7.1 says:
"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Monterey discussion forum.
 
iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1 Updates (new features & security fixes)
iOS 16.7.2 and iPadOS 16.7.2 (important security fixes)
iOS 15.8 and iPadOS 15.8 (important security fix)
tvOS 17.1 Update (security fixes)
About the security content of tvOS 17.1 lists 4 CVEs fixed.
Info from about tvOS Updates for version 17.1:
"This update adds support for Enhance Dialogue on HomePod mini and HomePod (1st generation) when paired with Apple TV 4K, and includes performance and stability improvements."
You can check feedback in Apple TV discussion forum.
 
watchOS 10.1 (bug and security fixes)
About the security content of watchOS 10.1 lists 11 CVEs fixed.
See about watchOS 10.1 for a list of new features, improvements, and bug fixes.
(You can check feedback in Apple's Watch discussion forum.)
 
HomePod Software Update 17.1
Info from about HomePod Software updates for version 17.1:
"Software version 17.1 adds support for Enhance Dialogue on HomePod mini and HomePod (1st generation) so you can hear spoken voices more clearly over effects, action, and music in a movie or TV show when paired with Apple TV 4K. This update also includes bug fixes and stability improvements."
Here's Apple's article on how to update HomePod.
(Our Tips page has a HomePod Apple Guides section.)
You can check for feedback in Apple's HomePod forum.
 
Apple News and Press Releases (later first)
Firefox 119.0 and Firefox ESR 115.4 Updates
Carbon Copy Cloner 6.1.8 Update
See the CCC 6.1.8 release notes for a list of improvements & fixes.
(Includes a new "Cloud Storage" option to the Source selector that automates most of the steps
involved in setting up a task to make a dedicated, local backup of cloud-only content.)
More info on Carbon Copy Cloner 6 (including free 30 day trial) at bombich.com.
 
Other News, Software and Firmware Updates
Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates Topic based Apple Guides, Tips & Troubleshooting for Mac & iPhone/iPad/watch/tvOS Users.
 
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:
    October 16th to 20th, 2023 News Archive
  • AirPods Pro (2nd gen) Firmware Update 6A305.
  • Safari Technology Preview 181.
  • Xcode 15.0.1 released.
  • Freeware VM VirtualBox 7.0.12 (w/macOS networking fix).
  • Apple Vision Pro developer labs expand to New York City and Sydney .
  • Apple introduces new Apple Pencil.
  • Chrome 118.0.5993.96 Stable Channel Update for Mac.
  • LG B2 OLED TV Firmware Update 03.33.85.
  • LG C2 & G2 OLED TVs Firmware Update 03.33.85.
  • LG C3 & G3 OLED TVs Firmware Update 03.20.14.
  • Chrome 118.0.5993.92 for iOS/iPadOS 15.0 or later.
  • Microsoft Office for Mac version 16.78.1.
  • Updated Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Articles

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