The fabricated statement claimed that students were required to buy Apple products to complete their studies.

In an official response, the University categorically denied these claims, assuring that no specific Apple devices are mandated for any academic programme. The institution urged students, parents, and guardians to disregard the false information.

The management reiterated its commitment to providing a technology-driven, people-centred educational experience, ensuring that no student is disadvantaged based on the devices or tools they choose to use.

The University also assured stakeholders that its academic processes remain transparent, inclusive, and aligned with its core values.

The confusion reportedly stemmed from an earlier fabricated message that cited performance issues in the Department of Computer Science due to the use of non-Apple devices.

This false report claimed that students using Android-powered devices were facing difficulties with software compatibility, which allegedly affected their academic results.

It suggested that Apple-powered devices were essential for improved performance and recommended students buy iPhones and laptops with specific specifications.

The University has urged everyone to verify any future information through official channels and avoid falling prey to such misinformation.

In security updates posted online on Wednesday and Thursday, Apple said the vulnerability affects iPhones dating back to the 6S model, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad Air 2 and later, iPad mini 4 and later, all iPad Pro models and the 7th generation iPod touch.

Apple(AAPL) said the vulnerabilities give hackers the ability to take control of a device’s operating system to “execute arbitrary code” and potentially infiltrate devices through “maliciously crafted web content.”

The vulnerability also extends to Mac computers running the company’s Monterey OS as well as Apple’s Safari browser on its Big Sur and Catalina operating systems, the company said in a subsequent update.

Cybersecurity experts urged Apple users to update their devices, with the US government’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency warning that “an attacker could exploit one of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected device.”

The agency said affected users should “apply the necessary updates as soon as possible.”