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AI & Enterprise
Large-scale phishing attack targeting Apple device users posing as major exchanges spotted
More than 1,500 phishing websites targeting iPhone and iPad users’ cryptocurrency have been discovered, with some attacks able to steal device information just by visiting a malicious page. Japan’s CoinPost reported that security firm SlowMist identified over 1,500 phishing sites linked to the DarkSword iPhone hacking tool. The sites impersonated crypto exchanges, online shops, wallets and games. Apple has fixed the vulnerabilities up to iOS 26.3, and expanded iOS 18.7.7 support for older devices.
Crypto
Ledger CTO warns iPhone Safari exploit could steal crypto wallet data
A warning has emerged that crypto wallet information could be stolen on an iPhone simply by opening a malicious web page in Safari. Ledger Chief Technology Officer Charles Guillemet said an iOS attack chain dubbed “Darksword” is being used in real attacks and urged users to review how they store seed phrases and other sensitive wallet data. The chain is said to bypass Safari isolation through multiple vulnerabilities and may access key device data. Google said flaws were fixed by iOS 26.3.
Telecommunications & Media
Apple releases iOS 18 security patch against DarkSword malware
Apple has distributed security fixes for the DarkSword malware to iOS 18 users through a backported update, TechRadar reported. The move makes protections first provided in iOS 26.3 available on iOS 18, allowing users who cannot upgrade to iOS 26 or have delayed upgrading to receive the same vulnerability fixes. DarkSword can access files, photos, messages, location data and even a device’s microphone and camera, the report said.