Apple updates AirPods firmware and fixes major vulnerability

AirPods Pro 2nd Generation

Users with iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 in their corresponding beta versions can now enjoy the new features introduced in these operating systems for AirPods. Among them, an improvement in adaptive audio control on AirPods Pro 2 with three exciting new features. Meanwhile, Apple continues to work on user security and A new firmware version has just been released for most AirPods and Beats to resolve a significant vulnerability

access to headphones can be obtained without consent via a Bluetooth connection. We tell you everything below.

New AirPods firmware fixes major exploit

Apple confirmed this via its official website the release of new firmware versions of the majority of AirPods and Beats released to date. In fact, the corresponding versions have been released:

AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case MagSafe (USB-C): 6.5.8 (6F8)
AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe case MagSafe (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

iOS 18 improves adaptive audio control on AirPods Pro 2

Although at first Apple warned users that this update included performance improvements and bug fixes, a few hours later it updated its security website to warn of the problem. Security fix included in new versions. Apparently, in the old firmware, the headphones were accessible using a Bluetooth connection request with a previously paired device, thus simulating the device itself. This new update includes fixing authentication issue with improved request handling.

What is the firmware version of my headphones?

To check what Your AirPods firmware version You just need to follow these steps:

Connect your ‌‌‌‌‌‌‌AirPods to any iOS or iPadOS device
Open the Settings app
See General > About > AirPods‌‌‌‌‌
Check the number next to “Firmware Version”

Check the list a few lines above to see if the update is installed. If not, the update will begin in a few days, making sure to connect your AirPods to your iPhone or iPad over a Wi-Fi network.