Apple iPhone owners are being urged to check their devices for a very important number in order to protect themselves from potential hack attacks. Failure to follow this advice could leave your iPhone vulnerable to exploitation by cybercriminals.

Stay Safe with the Latest Updates

Apple has recently released security updates for its iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac. Cybersecurity expert Pieter Arntz, from Malwarebytes, has emphasized the importance of installing these updates as soon as possible.

For iPhone users, it is recommended to be running version iOS 17.0.1 or later to ensure optimal security.

Identifying the Risk and Updating

Three vulnerabilities have been identified, one of which allows malicious code to be executed on iPhones when users visit dangerous web content. Apple has warned that hackers may have already exploited these vulnerabilities prior to the release of the update.

To check if your iPhone is at risk, follow these steps:

1. Go to Settings > General > About
2. Look for iOS Version
3. You should see one of the following numbers:

iOS 16.7 and iPadOS 16.7 (on older models)
iOS 17.0.1 and iPadOS 17.0.1 (on newer models)

Updating your device is simple:

1. Go to Settings > General > Software Update
2. Select and install the latest update

While software updates are often associated with new features, they are also crucial for closing security holes that hackers exploit. Installing the latest updates promptly will ensure that your device is protected.

Don't take any chances with your iPhone's security - check for the latest update and update your device today!