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Safari 16.5 for macOS Monterey and Big Sur (important security fixes)
Released via software update for Big Sur and macOS Monterey.
About Security fixes in Safari 16.5 lists 5 CVE's, including CVE-2023-32409, CVE-2023-28204, & CVE-2023-32373 that "Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited".
There's also an Apple's article on WebKit Features in Safari 16.5.
Check for feedback in Apple's Safari discussion forum & related macOS forums.
 
macOS Ventura 13.4 (bug fixes & important security fixes)
Security fixes in macOS Ventura 13.4 lists 51 CVEs fixed, including 3 that
"Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited".
(2 other CVEs noted as included in the previous Rapid Security Response Update.)
Info from What's new in macOS Ventura for version 13.4:
"macOS Ventura 13.4 includes the following enhancements and bug fixes:
  • Resolves an issue where Auto Unlock with Apple Watch does not log you into your Mac.
  • Fixes a Bluetooth issue where keyboards connect slowly to Mac after restarting.
  • Addresses a VoiceOver issue with navigating to landmarks on webpages.
  • Fixes an issue where Screen Time settings may reset or not sync across all devices.
  • Sports feed in the sidebar of Apple News gives easy access to stories, scores, standings, and more, for the teams and leagues you follow.
  • My Sports score and schedule cards in Apple News take you directly to game pages where you can find additional details about specific games.

    Some features may not be available for all regions, or on all Apple devices."
  • You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Ventura discussion forum.
    (VPN or 3rd party Security software may cause problems with OS or security updates.
    Apple's article on VPN and 3rd party software issues & the usual advice on updates.)
     
    macOS Monterey 12.6.6 Update (important security fixes)
    What's new in the updates for macOS Monterey for version 12.6.6 says:
    "This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
    About the security content of macOS Monterey 12.6.6 lists 29 CVEs fixed.
    You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Monterey discussion forum.
     
    macOS Big Sur 11.7.7 Update (important security fixes)
    What's new in the updates for macOS Big Sur version 11.7.7 says:
    "This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."
    Apple's article on Security fixes in macOS Big Sur 11.7.7 lists 25 CVEs fixed.
    (To get 11.7.7 instead of an Upgrade, check "Other Updates" in Software Update panel.)
    If the update doesn't show, try checking from a Safe Mode boot.
    You can check feedback in Apple's macOS Big Sur discussion forum.

    M1 Mac Mini Firmware Updated
    M1 mini firmware updated to version 8422.121.1 after macOS 11.7.7 update.
    M1 Mac mini updated to macOS 11.7.7 (from 11.7.6) using Safe Mode.
    Software Update listed macOS 11.7.7 as 2.64 GB (from macOS 11.7.6)
    and Safari 16.5 as 135.5 MB. (Actual combined download was 3.74 GB.)
     
    iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 Updates (bug and security fixes)
    • About security content of iOS 16.5 & iPadOS 16.5 lists 39 CVEs fixed, including 3 that
      "Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited".
      (2 other CVEs noted as included in the previous Rapid Security Response Update.)

    • About iOS 16.5 Update lists some enhancements and these fixes:
      • Fixes an issue where Spotlight may become unresponsive.
      • Addresses an issue where Podcasts in CarPlay may not load content.
      • Fixes an issue where Screen Time settings may reset or not sync across all devices.
      You can check feedback in Apple's iPhone discussion forum.

    • About iPadOS 16.5 Update lists some enhancements and these fixes:
      • Fixes an issue where Spotlight may become unresponsive.
      • Fixes an issue where Screen Time settings may reset or not sync across all devices.
      You can check feedback in Apple's iPad discussion forum.
    tvOS 16.5 and watchOS 9.5 Updates (includes security fixes)
    iOS 15.7.6 and iPadOS 15.7.6 (important security fixes)
    (FYI: This update is not compatibile with devices that can run iOS16/iPadOS16.)
    HomePod Software Update 16.5
    Info from about HomePod Software updates for v16.5 says the usual:
    "This update includes performance and stability improvements."
    Here's Apple's article on how to update HomePod.
    (Our Tips page has a HomePod Apple Guides section.)
    You can check for feedback in Apple's HomePod forum.
     
    Safari Technology Preview 170
    See the release notes for a list of changes, fixes and improvements.
    A download is available for macOS Monterey 12.3 or later and macOS Ventura.
    (If a previous version is installed, use software update in System Prefs.)
     
    Apple News and Press Releases (later first)
    Other News, Software and Firmware Updates (later first)
    This week's Recent Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates (later first) Topic based Guides, Tips & Troubleshooting for Mac & iPhone/iPad/watchOS/tvOS Users.
     
    Recent Updates, Tips, DIY Upgrades and Repairs:
    List of Updates, Tips, DIY Upgrades, Repair Articles, and more you may have missed. (Topics range from OS/software/driver updates & troubleshooting, to hardware upgrades and repairs.)
     
    Previous News Archive Summary:
      May 8th to 12th, 2023 News Archive
    • Firefox 113.0.1 (bug fixes).
    • Firefox 113.0 (improvements and security fixes).
    • Firefox for Enterprise 113 Release Notes.
    • Firefox ESR 102.11 (security fixes).
    • Firefox v113.0 for iOS/iPadOS .
    • Firefox Focus: Privacy browser v113.0 for iOS?iPadOS.
    • Introduction to the WPE WebKit Project.
    • Apple brings Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to iPad.
    • Apple Support/How-To/Troubleshooting Article Updates.
    • Chrome 113.0.5672.109 for iOS/iPadOS.
    • Chrome 113.0.5672.92 Stable Channel Update for Mac.
    • LG B3 OLED TV Firmware Update 03.10.75.
    • LG B2 OLED TV Firmware Update 03.30.73.
    • LG C2 & G2 OLED TVs Firmware Update 03.33.15
      - includes updated Dolby Vision version.
    • LG BX OLED TVs Firmware Update 04.41.35.
      - applicable models list also includes many LG LCD TVs.

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