We recently talked about the Bluetooth-related security vulnerability that emerged in Apple AirPods models. The brand took quick action regarding the security vulnerability. As of today, it has released the update that will fix the problems. So which AirPods models are included in this update? Here are the details…,
The models that will receive updates regarding the security vulnerability in AirPods and Beats headphones have been announced!
As of today, Apple has started sending the new update to all AirPods and Beats models with security vulnerabilities. Regarding this issue, the brand said in a statement on its official website: “This new firmware update resolves a Bluetooth vulnerability that could allow an attacker to access your AirPods or Beats.” He included a statement like:
The new firmware updates have been sent to all AirPods and Beats models where the vulnerability was detected. Here is the full list of headphones that will receive the new update that will close the vulnerabilities:
- AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C): 6.5.8 (6F8)
- AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning): 6.5.8 (6F8)
- AirPods Pro (1st generation): 6A326
- AirPods (3rd generation): 6A326
- AirPods (2nd generation): 6A326
- AirPods Max: 6A326
- AirPods (1st generation): 6.8.8
- Beats Fit Pro : 6F8
- Powerbeats Pro : 6F8
The company also gave details about the update, including some bug fixes and improvements. However, the important issue about this update was the “Bluetooth-related security vulnerability”, as we mentioned again.
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This vulnerability means that while you are trying to connect your headset to one of the devices you have paired it with, a foreign device can imitate the paired device and connect to your phone, tablet, computer, etc. causing it to leak into your devices. This problem disappeared with the update.
Follow these steps to check your AirPods software version:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone
- Go to “Bluetooth” menu
- Find your AirPods in the devices list
- Tap the “i” next to them
- Look at the “Firmware Version” number