Apple fixes Beats Studio Buds flaw that let hackers spy on conversations

Apple has released security updates for Beats Studio Buds to address a high-severity Bluetooth vulnerability that could let attackers within radio range listen via the earbuds’ microphone when the device is unpaired and seeking pair requests. The issue is tracked as CVE-2025-20701 and was fixed in Beats Firmware Update 1B211; in many cases the update is applied automatically when the earbuds pair within range of an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Since this flaw can be combined with CVE-2025-20700 and CVE-2025-20702 for more intrusive Bluetooth control, it matters for users’ privacy and device safety.