Apple releases security fix for older iPhones and iPads to protect against DarkSword attacks | TechCrunch

This page reports that Apple released security updates (iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7) for older iPhones and iPads to protect against DarkSword, a leaked hacking toolkit. DarkSword can infiltrate Apple devices running iOS 18.4-18.7 through malicious websites, stealing data including messages, browser histories, location information, and cryptocurrency. The exploits have already targeted users in China, Malaysia, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Ukraine. Security researchers warn that since the tools have been published online, anyone can use them to target users running older iOS versions.