Apple released iOS 16.4.1(a), the Rapid Security Response Update, on Monday. The tech giant said that the update is recommended for all users and applies important security fixes to iPhone. Apple has not released security notes associated with the update.
To download the update, go to Settings > General > Software Updatehandle Install now Follow the instructions on the screen.
Some users reported problems installing iOS 16.4.1(a) on their devices. These users see a message that reads, “Unable to verify security response.” The message also says they are no longer online. These users can immediately retry downloading the update or try again later.
The iOS 16.4.1(a) update doesn’t bring new features to your iPhone, but it does fix some security issues.
Rapid security response updates are a new type of hardware update introduced by Apple alongside iOS 16.2 in December. According to Apple, rapid security response updates provide users with important security fixes, and can help mitigate security issues that are actively being exploited or that have been reported. Rapid Security Response Updates are designed with a letter to distinguish them from other updates.
Apple did not immediately respond to CNET’s request for comment.
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