iOS 18.7.9 and iPadOS 18.7.9

iOS 18.7.9 / iPadOS 18.7.9 known issues for MDM admins. Is it safe to deploy?

Superseded

Deploy verdict: Superseded

Replaced by iOS 18.7.10 in the same major line. Target the newer build. This build wasn't reviewed separately.

Release facts

Version18.7.9
Build22H6355
All builds22H6355, 22H355
Release dateMay 11, 2026
Days since release170
Security fixes (CVEs)49
Actively exploited CVEs fixed0

Device-specific release for: iPad (7th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (7th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS Max (China mainland).

Apple security notes · SOFA

Timing and deferral

  • Superseded by iOS 18.7.10. Target the newer build unless you have a specific reason not to.
  • SOFA expiration date: Nov 15, 2026 (in 18 days). This is the ExpirationDate SOFA reports for this build, taken from Apple's update metadata. Treat it as the date Apple may stop offering this build. It isn't an Apple-announced signing deadline.
  • Deferral windows (calculated from the release date):
    • 30-day deferral ends Jun 10, 2026 (passed)
    • 60-day deferral ends Jul 10, 2026 (passed)
    • 90-day deferral ends Aug 9, 2026 (passed)
  • Shipped 19 days after the previous iOS 18 release.

Jamf Pro + Intune notes

Jamf Pro

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Microsoft Intune

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