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Apple issues security update for older iPhones and iPads to block DarkSword exploits
Apple released iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7 to protect older iPhones and iPads from DarkSword web attacks that can steal personal data and cryptocurrency.
Apr 1st 2026 · United States
Insights
- Apple released iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7 to extend DarkSword protections to older devices.
- DarkSword can compromise devices running iOS 18.4 through 18.7 via malicious or breached websites and exfiltrate messages, location, browser history and cryptocurrency.
- The toolkit has been used in attacks in China, Malaysia, Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Ukraine and was recently published online.
- Devices running iOS 26 were already protected and Apple also recommends Lockdown Mode as an additional defense.
- Users with automatic updates enabled should receive the patch, but many devices remain unpatched by user choice.
Sources
- Apple Will Push Out Rare ‘Backported’ Patches to Protect iOS 18 Users From DarkSword Hacking Tool www.wired.com
- Actualiza tu iPhone cuanto antes: Apple lanza un nuevo parche de iOS 18 para protegerte contra DarkSword hipertextual.com
- Apple releases security fix for older iPhones and iPads to protect against DarkSword attacks techcrunch.com