tvOS 11.2.1 for Apple TV released, restores HomeKit sharing following vulnerability fix
Apple followed up on today’s release of iOS 11.2.1 with the tvOS 11.2.1 update for Apple TV.
The over-the-air update is available in Settings → System → Software Update on your Apple TV. If you have optionally enabled automatic software updates in the Settings, your set-top box will be upgraded to the tvOS 11.2.1 software automatically.
Like iOS 11.2.1, tvOS 11.2.1 restores remote access to HomeKit accessories for shared users. Apple TV had to be updated as well because the set-top box doubles as a hub for remote control of HomeKit-compatible smart home accessories from the Home app for iOS.
HomeKit suffered from a vulnerability that permitted unauthorized access to HomeKit devices, such as smart locks, blinds and more. While Apple last week fixed the bug server-side, it temporarily disabled remote HomeKit access for shared users.
tvOS 11.2.1 has now restored that functionality.
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tvOS 11.2.1 is available for the fourth-generation Apple TV and Apple TV 4K. The security content of the software update will be listed in a support document on Apple’s website.
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