Apple Releases iOS 27.2 to Fix 141 Bugs and Security Issues

cnet.com — October 28, 2026 at 07:01 PM UTC

Apple released iOS 27.2 on Monday, Oct. 26, patching 141 bugs and security issues, including some that could allow third-party access to data or commands on iPhones. The update fixes nine bugs causing kernel corruption, which can freeze or crash devices, and seven bugs enabling arbitrary code execution for data theft. It also addresses issues from malicious USB connections, though no active exploits were reported. Users can download iOS 27.2 via Settings > General > Software Update. The patch count is slightly lower than iOS 27's 157 fixes, but both are unusually high compared to past updates like iOS 26.6's 88.

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