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Apple IT Security: 53% of Devices Still Outdated, Jamf Report Reveals

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Apple IT managers face a new wave of mobile threats, according to Jamf’s latest Security 360 report. The study shows that 53% of surveyed firms still run devices on outdated iOS versions, leaving half of their fleets vulnerable to zero‑day exploits. Mosyle’s unified platform claims to close these gaps with automated updates in today’s environment.

While the App Store’s sandboxing protects most corporate data, 1 in 850 work devices were found jailbroken, and 2% of organizations used alternative marketplaces. These backdoors expose credentials and allow malicious code to slip past security checks. The report warns that even a single compromised device can jeopardize an entire network for all users today.

Network perimeter shifts keep data at risk; 18% of firms report employees connecting to risky public Wi‑Fi hotspots, enabling man‑in‑the‑middle attacks that steal session cookies. Coupled with a 25% phishing‑link success rate, attackers now leverage AI‑crafted lures that mimic Microsoft and Apple. Strong device management remains the only effective defense for protecting work environments today.

Mosyle’s claim of making millions of Apple devices work‑ready without effort appeals to over 45,000 organizations worldwide. By automating policy enforcement, OS updates, and threat monitoring, the platform aims to reduce the human error that fuels most breaches. For enterprises, adopting such a unified solution could translate into measurable security gains and cost savings today.