Apple is rolling out iOS and iPadOS updates to older devices to protect them against the DarkSword exploit kit, which targets six iOS vulnerabilities and can fully compromise devices with minimal user interaction. DarkSword, linked to the Coruna infrastructure and used by state-sponsored groups and commercial surveillance vendors, was partially patched in 2025 and Apple expanded availability of iOS/iPadOS 18.7.7 on April 1, 2026 to deliver two dozen security fixes for many older iPhone and iPad models. #DarkSword #Apple
Keypoints
- DarkSword targets six iOS vulnerabilities and can fully compromise devices with minimal user interaction.
- Security firms link DarkSword to the Coruna exploit kit and note use by state-sponsored groups and surveillance vendors.
- Apple released initial patches in 2025 and expanded iOS/iPadOS 18.7.7 availability to more legacy devices on April 1, 2026.
- The 18.7.7 updates address two dozen flaws including kernel code execution, keychain access, activation lock bypass, and web browsing risks.
- The updates are available for many older iPhones (XR, XS, 11, SE, 12–16 series) and multiple iPad mini, Air, and Pro generations.
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