Apple releases macOS Ventura 13.2 with security key support and other bug fixes

In addition to releasing iOS and iPadOS 16.3 on Monday, Apple also released macOS Ventura 13.2 as an incremental update for Mac computers, with a short list of improvements that bring it in line with the update released for iPhone and iPad.

The changelog for macOS Ventura 13.2 is as follows:

This update brings Apple ID security keys and other improvements and bug fixes to your Mac.

– Security Keys for Apple ID allows users to increase the security of their account by requiring a physical security key to sign in – Fixes an issue in Freeform where some drawing strokes created with an Apple Pencil or your finger might not show up on shared boards – Fixes an issue that could cause VoiceOver to stop offering audio feedback while typing

As you may have noticed, one of the most significant changes in this update is support for security keys as a second factor when using two-factor authentication with your Apple ID. Multiple security keys are supported, including those from Yubico, and this replaces the traditional method of entering the six-digit code displayed on another of your Apple devices by attaching the security key to the device you are signing into.

This is a big change in user security, since access to a physical key can make it easier to sign in to an Apple ID if you’re not near another of your Apple devices. One downside, however, is that if you lose the security key associated with your Apple ID, you won’t be able to use the six-digit code method to sign in to your Apple ID, effectively locking you out forever.

In addition to the security key changes, Apple appears to be making some improvements to the new Freeform built-in drawing app and the VoiceOver accessibility feature.

Like all macOS updates, macOS Ventura 13.2 can be downloaded by visiting  → System Preferences… → General → Software Update, where the update will be recognized. It will take a few minutes to download and install the update.

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