About the security content of iOS 15.8.5 and iPadOS 15.8.5 Overview This document outlines the security content of iOS 15.8.5 and iPadOS 15.8.5, released by Apple on September 15, 2025. Apple does not disclose security issues until an investigation is complete and patches or releases are available. Vulnerabilities are referenced by CVE-ID when possible. For ongoing updates, refer to the Apple security releases page and Apple Product Security page. Security Update Details for iOS 15.8.5 and iPadOS 15.8.5 ImageIO Vulnerability Affected devices: iPhone 6s (all models) iPhone 7 (all models) iPhone SE (1st generation) iPad Air 2 iPad mini (4th generation) iPod touch (7th generation) Impact: Processing a maliciously crafted image file may lead to memory corruption. Apple is aware this issue may have been exploited in a sophisticated attack targeting specific individuals. Description: The vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds write issue, which Apple fixed by improving bounds checking. Reference: CVE-2025-43300, reported by Apple. Additional Information Apple provides no recommendations or endorsements for third-party products or websites. For more information on security practices or recent updates, visit: Apple Security Releases Apple Product Security --- Published Date: September 15, 2025 Note: Users are encouraged to keep their devices updated to protect against known vulnerabilities.