This article will be continually updated as new information comes in.
Apple has released macOS Ventura’s first major update to the public! The 13.1 update comes only a few weeks after the 13.0.1 update. Let’s jump in and find out what’s new!
macOS Ventura Patch Notes Summary
The numbers below are from the Ventura Patch Notes.
1. New Features – 2
2. Bug fixes – 5
3. Security Fixes – 33
4. Enterprise Changes – 9
5. Full installer and M1 IPSW -Full installer & IPSW restore file released
6. Advanced Data Protection for iCloud released! Note: this new feature is only compatible with macOS Ventura 13.1, iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2.
7. #MacAdmins note – The Ventura 13.1 update will now show up for Monterey users who have not updated to 12.6.1. Even though you have a Major deferral set, the Ventura Upgrade will now show up as a smaller delta upgrade. Once the user is on 12.6.1, you can block the delta upgrade with a Major Deferral. If you still have users on 12.6 and below, you can still have a minor deferral date set to 50 days users will still see the 12.6.1 update but not see the Ventura delta upgrade..
9. OpenCore Legacy Patcher Users – Ventura 13.1 update successfully installed on a 6,1 Mac Pro with OCLP 0.5.2. NOTE: Do not revert the post volume patches to get a smaller update. OCLP + Ventura require the full 11GB update to prevent issues & “preparing” erros
My macOS Ventura 13.1 Update Video!
Full Apple Update Release list
macOS 💻 ✅
Ventura – 13.1 (22C65)
Monterey – 12.6.2 (21G320)
Big Sur – 11.7.2(20G1020)
Catalina – Still Dead
Safari – 16.2 (18614.3.7.1.5)
Xcode – 14.2 (14C18)
Command Line Tools for Xcode – 14.2
Apple Configurator 2 – 2.16 (8A14)
Apple Studio Display Firmware Update – Current Version = 15.5
Apple just released macOS Big Sur 11.7.2, let’s jump in and find out what’s new!
Big Sur is now in Security Update mode. Apple still fixes previous update bugs & major issues in Big Sur and Catalina updates, but usually only address security issues.
Big Sur Update Quick Overview
macOS Big Sur 11.7.2 Update addresses multiple security vulnerabilities.
Big Sur 11.7.2 Full installer is available!
Apple stopped releasing M1 IPSW restore files after version 11.6.
Safari update = 16.2
macOS Big Sur Update Summary
New Features – None
Resolved Issues – None
Security Fixes – 10
Full Apple Update Release list
macOS 💻 ✅
Ventura – 13.1 (22C65)
Monterey – 12.6.2 (21G320)
Big Sur – 11.7.2(20G1020)
Catalina – Still Dead
Safari – 16.2
Xcode – 14.2 (14C18)
Command Line Tools for Xcode – Current version 14.2
Apple Configurator – Current version = 2.16 (8A14)
Apple Studio Display Firmware Update – Current Version = 15.5
Today, Apple released macOS Big Sur 11.7.1, let’s jump in and find out what’s new!
Big Sur is now in Security Update mode. Apple still fixes previous update bugs & major issues in Big Sur and Catalina updates, but usually only address security issues.
Big Sur Update Quick Overview
macOS Big Sur 11.7.1 Update addresses multiple security vulnerabilities.
Big Sur 11.7.1 Full installer is available!
Apple stopped releasing M1 IPSW restore files after version 11.6.
A Safari update = 16.1
macOS Big Sur Update Summary
New Features – None
Resolved Issues – None
Security Fixes – 3
Full Apple OS Release list
macOS 💻 ✅
Ventura 13.0 (22A380)
Monterey – 12.6.1 (21G217)
Big Sur – 11.7.1 (20G918)
Catalina – Still Dead
Xcode = 14.0.1
Command Line Tools for Xcode = 14.0
Apple Configurator – Current version = 2.15.1
Apple Studio Display Firmware Update – Current Version = 15.5
Today, Apple released macOS Big Sur 11.7. Let’s jump in and find out what’s new!
Big Sur is now in Security Update mode. Apple still fixes previous update bugs & major issues in Big Sur and Catalina updates, but usually only address security issues.
Big Sur Update Quick Overview
macOS Big Sur 11.7 Update addresses multiple security vulnerabilities.
Big Sur 11.7 Full installer is available!
Apple stopped releasing M1 IPSW restore files after version 11.6.
A Safari update = 16.0
macOS Big Sur Update Summary
New Features – None
Resolved Issues – None
Security Fixes – 10
My macOS Big Sur 11.7 Update Video.
Full Apple OS Release list
macOS 💻 ✅
Ventura – Still on Beta 7
Monterey 12.6 (21G115)
Big Sur – 11.7 (20G817)
Catalina – DEAD! Catalina is no longer supported by Apple.
Xcode = 14.0
Command Line Tools for Xcode = 14.0
Apple Configurator – Current version = 2.15.1
Apple Studio Display Firmware Update – Current Version = 15.5
The 12.5 update is the seventh overall for macOS Monterey. The previous update 12.4, was released two months ago. Let’s jump in and find out what’s new in this update.
NOTE: The 12.5 public release is the same build version as 12.5 Release Candidate 2 (RC2) 21G72.
WARNING for OpenCore Legacy Patcher Monterey Users!!!!
If you have one of the following Macs DO NOT update to 12.5.
MacBookPro9,1
MacBookPro10,1
MacBookPro11,3
iMac13,x (units with dGPUs)
iMac14,x (units with dGPUs)
OR IF YOU UPGRADED YOUR GPU TO KEPLER in your iMac or Mac Pro!
Apple changed something and the Kepler GPU patches are not working correctly now. For now stay on 12.4 until more information comes in.
Today, Apple released macOS Big Sur 11.6.8. Let’s jump in and find out what’s new!
Big Sur is now in Security Update mode. Apple still fixes previous update bugs & major issues in Big Sur and Catalina updates, but usually only address security issues.
Big Sur Update Quick Overview
macOS Big Sur 11.6.8 Update security fixes = checking
Apple has released a full installer of 11.6.8
Apple stopped releasing M1 IPSW restore files after version 11.6.
Today, Apple released macOS Big Sur 11.6.7. Let’s jump in and find out what’s new!
Big Sur is now in Security Update mode. Apple will no longer be releasing patch notes for Big Sur OS-level bug fixes. Apple still fixes bugs & issues in Big Sur and Catalina updates.
Big Sur Update Quick Overview
macOS Big Sur 11.6.7 Update has no published CVE entries.
Apple has released a full installer of 11.6.7
Apple stopped releasing M1 IPSW restore files after version 11.6.
A Safari update was not released alongside the 11.6.7 update.
The macOS Monterey 12.4 (21F79) Update is now Available.
UPDATED: 05/16
The 12.4 update is the sixth overall for macOS Monterey. The previous update 12.3.1, was released a month and a half ago. Let’s jump in and find out what’s new in this update.
Quick Summary
Changes – Universal Control is now officially out of “Beta”
Enhancements – Podcast app changes
Bug fixes – 1 software bug addressed for the 2013 Mac Pro. Sleep wake panic fixed with the 430.120.6.0.0 firmware update.
Security Updates – 54 Security fixes!!!
Full installer and M1 IPSW – Full installer & M1 IPSW file are now available to download.
Safari – Version 15.5 (17613.2.7.1.8) is included in the 12.4 update. For Big Sur and Catalina, Safari is available as a separate download.
Xcode – Version 13.4 & Command Line tools released.
Studio Display – 15.5 Firmware released (12.4 update required)
Device Support Update – This update ensures proper updating and restoring for iOS and iPadOS devices with a Mac.
Universal Control NOTE: Universal Control in this release isn’t compatible with macOS 12.3 and iOS 15.4.Workaround: Use Universal Control between macOS 12.4 and iOS 15.5. (91136128)
InstallAssistant.pkg = Full download. Installing this package will add the full “Install macOS Monterey.app” to your applications folder.
5. Apple Silicon IPSW Restore file Update
Apple has released the full IPSW restore file of macOS Monterey for Apple Silicon M1 Macs. I keep track of all of them in my Apple Silicon Firmware Database
The delta update will automatically change in size for exactly what your macOS version needs.
1. Delta from macOS Monterey 12.3.1 (21E258) = 2.3GB
2. Delta from macOS Monterey 12.3 (21E230) = 2.3 GB
3.Delta from macOS Monterey 12.2.1 (21D62) = 4.4GB
4. Delta from macOS Monterey 12.2 (21D48) = 4.4GB
5. Delta from macOS Monterey 12.1 (21C52) = 4.4GB
6. Delta from macOS Monterey 12.0.1 (21A559) = 4.5GB
7. Full update size = 11.3 GB
Thank you DhinakG
Monterey Combo Update
The “Combo Update” has been replaced by an automatic sized update. This means if you are updating from an version of monterey, you will get an update that includes only the files that you need.
7. Apple Silicon M1 Firmware Update
This update has a new firmware update. The version number is reported in System Information under “System Firmware Version“
Apple Silicon M1 Firmware – Updated!
7. macOS Monterey 12.4 = 7459.121.3
6. macOS Monterey 12.3.1 = 7459.101.3
5. macOSMonterey 12.3 = 7459.101.2
4. macOS Monterey 12.2.1 = 7429.81.3
3. macOS Monterey 12.2 = 7429.81.3
2. macOS Monterey 12.1 = 7429.61.2
1. macOS Monterey 12.0.1 = 7429.41.5
8. Intel T2 BridgeOS Update
The Version of BridgeOS for your T2 Security Chip (2018-2020 Intel Macs) was updated.
BridgeOS version – Updated
7. macOS Monterey 12.4 = 19.16.15071
6. macOS Monterey 12.3.1 = 19.16.14243
5. macOS Monterey 12.3 = 19.16.14242.5.1
4. macOS Monterey 12.2.1 = 19.16.10744.0.0 (Same as 12.2)
3. macOS Monterey 12.2 = 19.16.10744.0.0
2. macOS Monterey 12.1 = 19.16.10647.0.0
1. macOS Monterey 12.0.1 = 19.16.10548.0.0
9. Safari Update
The new version of Safar 15 is included in the macOS Monterey update.
Safari = UPDATED!
7. macOS Monterey 12.4 = 15.5 (17613.2.7.1.8)
6. macOS Monterey 12.3.1 = 15.4 (17613.1.17.1.13)
5. macOS Monterey 12.3 = 15.4 (17613.1.17.1.6)
4. macOS Monterey 12.2.1 = 15.3 (17612.4.9.1.8)
3. macOS Monterey 12.2 = 15.3 (17612.4.9.1.5)
2. macOS Monterey 12.1 = 15.2 (17612.3.6.1.6)
1. macOS Monterey 12.0.1 = 15.1 (17612.2.9.1.20)
10. What’s new for Enterprise in macOS Monterey
Enterprise changes in macOS Monterey12.4
Adds support for signing in with a Managed Apple ID that is federated with Google Workspace.
MDMs can query additional update status information after an Install Later command.
Resolves an issue where the network becomes unresponsive using multiple Network Extensions or a Network Extension with an Ethernet adapter.
Resolves an issue where the Kerberos SSO extension may fail to reconnect or sign in automatically.
Fixes an issue where links to Microsoft Teams fail to open from Safari.
Resolves an issue on Intel-based Mac computers where entering the firmware password was required to return to the login window after attempting a password reset.
macOS Monterey 12.4 includes enhancements to Apple Podcasts and bug fixes:
Apple Podcasts includes a new setting to limit episodes stored on your Mac and automatically delete older ones
Support for Studio Display Firmware Update 15.5, available as a separate update, refines camera tuning, including improved noise reduction, contrast, and framing
Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222
Today, Apple released macOS Big Sur 11.6.6. Let’s jump in and find out what’s new!
Big Sur is now in Security Update mode. Apple will no longer be releasing patch notes for Big Sur OS-level bug fixes. Apple still fixes bugs & issues in Big Sur and Catalina updates.
Big Sur Update Quick Overview
macOS Big Sur 11.6.6 fixes 39 different security vulnerabilities.
Apple has released a full installer of 11.6.6
Apple stopped releasing M1 IPSW restore files after version 11.6.
Safari 15.5 (16613.2.7.1.9) is now available as a separate download. The Safari update fixes 3 different security vulnerabilities.
macOS Monterey 12.3.1 Update (21E258) is now available
UPDATED: 04/01
Apple just released a minor update for macOS Monterey. The 12.3.1 update addresses three bug fixes and two serious zero-day security vulnerabilities. Let’s jump in and find out what’s new in this update.
Quick Summary
Bug fixes – 3 software bugs addressed
Security Updates – 2 zero-day security vulnerabilities! “Apple is aware of a report that these issues may have been actively exploited.”
Full installer and M1 IPSW – UPDATE: Full installer & M1 IPSW file are now available for download.
Safari – UPDATE: 15.4 (17613.1.17.1.13) included in the 12.3.1 update. For Big Sur and Catalina Safari 15.4 (16613.1.17.1.13) is available as a separate download.
Enterprise Fixes – “Resolves an issue where a software update may become stuck at an Apple logo and progress bar.”
2021 14 & 16″ MacBook Pro 12.3 Update Bricking Issue = “Some 2021 MacBook Pro models cannot update or restore to macOS Monterey 12.3” Could this be the fix for 2021 MacBook Pro owners that failed the 12.3 update after having their logic board replaced?
Apple Business Essentials for small businesses announced.
