Apple to Issue Rare iOS 18 Software Update for DarkSword Exploit
7 hours ago
- #Apple Security
- #DarkSword Exploit
- #iOS Update
- Apple will release an iOS 18 software update to protect against the DarkSword exploit, which can compromise iPhones via infected websites.
- The update is unusual as it targets users who have chosen not to upgrade to iOS 26, despite having supported devices, often due to the Liquid Glass design changes.
- Apple encourages updating to iOS 26 for the best security, but will provide this critical patch for iOS 18, following a similar recent update for the Coruna exploit.
- DarkSword has been used in attacks in multiple countries and was recently made public on GitHub, increasing its potential misuse.