Apple Releases Version 26.5.2 of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS with Security Fixes

Apple has today released version 26.5.2 of the iOS, iPadOS, and macOS platforms, bringing unspecified security fixes.

As iOS 26.5.2, iPadOS 26.5.2, and macOS Tahoe 26.5.2 were not distributed to external testers prior to their release, we do not have any information on whether they contain any accessibility fixes for blind, deaf blind, or low vision users at the time of writing. However, as these updates appear to have been released to address a small number of specific issues, we do not expect them to contain any such fixes.

Release Notes

iOS 26.5.2

This update provides security fixes for your iPhone.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/100100

iPadOS 26.5.2

This update provides security fixes for your iPad.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/100100

macOS Tahoe 26.5.2

This update provides security fixes for your Mac.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/100100

How to Update

iOS 26.5.2 and iPadOS 26.5.2 are available via Over-the-Air Update (Settings > General > Software Update), via Finder on a Mac with macOS Catalina or later, or via iTunes on a PC or Mac with macOS Mojave or earlier.

Before updating, we strongly recommend making a full and complete backup of your device (either locally or in iCloud, depending on personal preference). This will ensure that, in the unlikely event that something goes wrong during the update process, you will have a current backup on hand in case a device restore becomes necessary. Also, if using OTA update, we recommend plugging your device into a power source for the duration of the download/installation process, so as to prevent the unlikely event of your battery going dead during the update.

To install macOS Tahoe 26.5.2, choose System Settings from the Apple menu, select General in the table, click Software Update in the scroll area, and click the Update Now button to begin the update process. If other updates are available, you can click the Info button to see details about them and select specific updates to install.