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P7 DarkSword Exploit Kit Enhances iOS Data Theft Capabilities

Meet P7 DarkSword, a sneaky new iOS exploit kit that's taking data theft to the next level by shrinking its footprint, swiping sensitive info like keychain and crypto-wallet data right from your device. Its clever tactics include extracting data into JSON on your phone and using a two-way communication channel with its command center.

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Apple CoreGraphics Flaw Exposes Possible WhatsApp Delivery Path

A newly discovered Apple CoreGraphics flaw, potentially exploited in a highly targeted attack, now has a publicly available proof-of-concept that can crash unpatched iPhones and Macs. Apple has released a security update to patch the vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-86950.

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Apple Fixes Zero-Day Flaw Exploited in Targeted Attacks

Apple just patched a zero-day flaw that let hackers run malicious code on your device - and it's already been used in super-sophisticated attacks on specific targets. Processing a malicious file could give attackers free rein, so update your iOS to stay safe!

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Apple patches zero-day flaw in CoreGraphics exploited in targeted attacks

Apple just patched a zero-day flaw in CoreGraphics that was exploited in super-sophisticated targeted attacks - and you might want to update your devices ASAP! This out-of-bounds write vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-20700, could put your iOS device at risk if you're running an older version.

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Apple Fixes CoreGraphics Flaw Targeted in Sophisticated Attacks

Apple patched a critical CoreGraphics flaw that could let hackers execute arbitrary code on your device, and warned that highly targeted attacks may have already exploited this vulnerability. The fix, which improves bounds checking, is now available for affected systems.

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Apple Discloses Record 260 Vulnerabilities in Massive Patch Cycle

Apple just dropped a massive patch cycle, tackling a record-breaking 260+ vulnerabilities across its operating systems, browsers, and software products - the largest update of its kind in the company's history. This critical update includes fixes for 122 security issues in iOS 27 and 204 in macOS 27 Golden Gate.

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Researchers Build WeChat Worm Hijacking Phones via Zero-Click Calls

Meet WeWorm, a powerful tool that can hijack WeChat accounts and take control of phones with just a single, zero-click call - and experts warn that AI has made building such threats faster and more accessible than ever. This alarming innovation can give attackers full control to read and send messages, make calls, and act on a victim's behalf.

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WeChat Zero-Click Flaw Exploited to Hijack Accounts via Incoming Calls

A security firm, Calif, has successfully demonstrated a zero-click worm that can hijack WeChat accounts on both iPhone and Android devices with just an incoming call, and fortunately, the exploit has been blocked for all users. This alarming vulnerability was responsibly disclosed to Tencent in July, putting an end to the threat.

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Mozilla Integrates Ad Blocking in Firefox for iOS

Mozilla just made browsing on iOS even better by integrating native ad blocking into Firefox, building on its existing ecosystem of ad-blocking and privacy extensions. This new feature, currently rolling out, gives users more control over their online experience.

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Apple patches image-processing flaw exploited in spyware campaigns

Apple just patched a major security flaw in its ImageIO system that could let attackers run code on your device - and it's already been used in sneaky spyware campaigns targeting high-profile targets.

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WebKit Flaws Compromise Apple iCloud Private Relay

Researchers have discovered a sneaky way for hackers to bypass iCloud Private Relay's protections and expose your real network address, putting your online privacy at risk. This vulnerability lets malicious actors send traffic directly from your device, revealing your hidden IP address.

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Chinese Threat Actor Exploits Leaked DarkSword Kit to Deploy GHOSTBLADE on iOS Devices

A Chinese threat actor has cleverly exploited a leaked DarkSword kit to deploy GHOSTBLADE on iOS devices, with hosting concentrated in Hong Kong but reaching as far as Japan, the US, and Europe. This surprising attack follows the kit's public leak, which has been rapidly reused to target Apple devices running iOS versions 18.4 through 18.7.

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Apple Bolsters Security with AI-Discovered WebKit Flaw Patches

Apple is stepping up its security game by releasing patches for over three dozen WebKit flaws, discovered with the help of AI, to protect its users from potential hacking threats. By speeding up its update process, Apple aims to outpace malicious hackers who are leveraging AI to develop exploits at an alarming rate.

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Apple iOS Overhauls Password Security with One-Tap Change Feature

Apple's latest iOS update is revolutionizing password security with a game-changing feature that lets you change compromised passwords with just one tap, giving you a stronger defense against online threats. Say goodbye to password stress and hello to enhanced protection with iOS's cutting-edge update.

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Free Apps Turn Smart TVs Into AI Web-Scraping Proxies

Free apps can secretly turn your smart TV into a powerful tool for web scraping, unknowingly contributing to a massive residential proxy network of over 400 million IPs. This startling reality raises questions about consumer data and the hidden use of their devices.

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Google and Apple Roll Out Cross-Platform RCS Encryption

Big news for messaging security: Apple and Google have just launched a beta rollout of end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging, allowing for more secure conversations between iPhone and Android users worldwide. This update enables encryption by default, marked with a lock icon, and is available to users with supported carriers and devices.

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Apple Deploys End-to-End Encryption for RCS Messaging

Big news for messaging security: Apple just rolled out end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging in its latest iOS 26.5 update, giving users an extra layer of protection when chatting with friends and family across different devices and platforms.

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DarkSword Malware Targets iOS with Sophisticated Exploit Chain

Meet DarkSword, a sneaky malware that's been targeting iOS devices with a sophisticated exploit chain, leveraging six different vulnerabilities to deploy its final-stage payloads across iOS versions 18.4 through 18.7. Google Threat Intelligence Group has tracked its use back to November 2025, with multiple actors - from commercial vendors to suspected state-sponsored operators - employing it to compromise devices.

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Microsoft Urges iPhone Users to Reauthenticate After Outlook Outage

If you're an iPhone user who relies on Outlook, you may need to re-enter your login credentials to access your account after a global outage hit the service. Microsoft has confirmed the issue is resolved, but iOS users will need to manually sign in again through the default Mail app.

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Apple Fixes iOS Bug Exposing Deleted Message Content

Apple just dropped an emergency update to squash a pesky iOS bug that let deleted messages linger on your device - and it's already patched in iOS 26.4.2 and iPadOS 26.4.2. The fix tackles a Notification Services flaw that allowed deleted alerts to persist, putting your private info at risk.

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Apple Fixes iOS Flaw That Preserved Deleted Signal Notifications

Apple has fixed a frustrating iOS flaw that was causing deleted Signal notifications to stick around, and you can get the solution by updating your iPhone or iPad to the latest software version. The update addresses a logging issue that allowed deleted notifications to be retained on the device.

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Apple patches iOS flaw that retained deleted notification data

Apple fixed a security flaw in its iOS system that was storing deleted notifications, and released emergency updates on April 22, 2026, to address the issue. The out-of-band fixes, available in iOS and iPadOS updates, ensure that deleted notifications are now properly erased from your device.

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Malicious iOS Apps Expose Crypto Users to FakeWallet Threat

Beware of scammers on the official app store: over 20 fake cryptocurrency wallet apps were recently discovered on the Apple App Store, masquerading as legit software to steal user credentials and secrets. These malicious apps, dubbed FakeWallet, put unsuspecting crypto users at risk of losing their digital assets.

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Apple Rushes Fix for iPhone Passcode Bug

Locked out of your iPhone for months? Apple is finally on the case, rushing to fix a frustrating passcode bug that's left some users feeling stuck - and even considering a switch to Android.

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