Apple's C1 Modem Gets First Security Update in iOS 18.5:

Apple's C1 Modem Gets First Security Update in iOS 18.5:

Apple's C1 Modem Gets First Security Update in iOS 18.5: What You Should Know Apple's latest iOS 18.5 update, released today, includes a critical security fix for the iPhone 16e’s C1 modem. As the first Apple- designed modem, the C1' s vulnerability was addressed after a potential flaw was discovered. This update ensures your iPhone 16e stays secure by protecting it against a baseband security issue that could potentially allow a hacker to intercept network traffic.                     Image : Google What Is the C1 Modem Vulnerability? The C1 modem in the iPhone 16e is responsible for managing cellular connections, including phone calls, text messages, and data transfer. The vulnerability, as outlined in Apple’s security document, could have allowed attackers in a " privileged network position" to intercept and manipulate communications. This could have resulted in a man- in- the- middle attack, where the attacker could secretly listen in on conversations or steal sensitiv…