Apple iPhone, iPad, and MacBook users may be at high risk.

The government has issued a "high-risk" alert for users of Apple's iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, and Vision Pro headsets.

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Users of iPhone XS, iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad, and iPad mini are susceptible, as per the advisory.

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Apple software and hardware, including Apple Safari , macOS , iOS and iPadOS also affected

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Users are at risk if their devices are not updated, the advisory warned.

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What precautions can be taken to avoid risk?

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Avoid connecting to unsecured or public Wi-Fi to avoid risk

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Download software and apps from trusted stores like the Apple App Store.

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Always Update to the latest versions in your device to avoid risk

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