"Apple has pushed a security update to older iPhones and iPads that protects against a leaked set of powerful hacking tools capable of stealing data from a person's device. The tech giant said on Wednesday that it released iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7 to allow a broader range of devices to receive important security protections from web attacks called DarkSword."
"DarkSword is a hacking toolkit that can be used to break into Apple devices running iOS 18.4 through 18.7 simply by visiting a website that hosts the malicious code. The exploits steal a person's device data, including their messages, browser histories, location data, and cryptocurrency, and upload the data to a server hosted by the hackers."
"Apple says users running its latest software, iOS 26, were protected weeks ago. The company has also released a new update to iOS 18 users with iPhones and iPads that are unable to run iOS 26 software."
"Apple customers who have switched on automatic software updates should receive the new software. Apple said its optional security protections feature, Lockdown Mode, also defends against DarkSword attacks."
Apple has issued iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7 updates to protect older devices from the DarkSword hacking toolkit. This toolkit can exploit vulnerabilities in devices running iOS 18.4 through 18.7 via compromised websites, stealing sensitive data such as messages and location information. Attacks have been reported in several countries, including China and Turkey. Users with the latest iOS 26 were already protected, and the update now extends security to those who have not upgraded. Automatic updates will deliver the new software to eligible devices, and Lockdown Mode offers additional protection against these threats.
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