Current versions of Apple products use the updated version of Bonjour. For previous versions, Apple has issued a security update.
Apple has issued a security update for mDNSResponder, the low-level open source software that implements Bonjour in Apple and third-party products.
Which Apple platforms are affected?
OS X:
• Versions prior to OS X El Capitan v10.11.1
• Versions prior to OS X Yosemite v10.10.5 with Security Update 2015-004 Yosemite
• Versions prior to OS X Mavericks v10.9.5 with Security Update 2015-007 Mavericks
• iOS versions prior to iOS 9.1
• watchOS versions prior to watchOS 2.1
• AirPort Base Station Firmware versions prior to 7.7.7 and 7.6.7
Apple has coordinated with many third-party vendors to make sure that they are aware of the availability of this update. For non-Apple products, Apple suggests that you reach out to your vendor to determine if a product you use is affected and whether the vendor has already updated their product.
MacDailyNews Note: Check Software Update if you’re running an affected Apple platform.
SEE ALSO:
Apple is finally addressing your Mac and iPhone’s Wi-Fi connectivity woes – June 10, 2015
OS X Yosemite networking issues and ‘discoveryd’ – May 7, 2015
After many of complaints about Wi-Fi issues, Apple dumps discoveryd in latest OS X beta – May 27, 2015
Open letter to Tim Cook: Apple needs to do better – January 5, 2015
Apple delivers another Yosemite beta as vexing Wi-Fi issues persist – November 22, 2014
It’s amazing how Apple still supports older versions, even though it’s so easy and beneficial to use the latest. Keep on rolling, Apple.