DarkSword exploit targets iOS 18 users via infected links

Security researchers have disclosed DarkSword, a six‑vulnerability exploit that can covertly steal messages, contacts, iCloud data, photos, cryptocurrency wallets and more from iPhones running iOS 18.4–18.6.2 when users visit compromised websites; up to 270 million devices could be affected. Apple patched the underlying flaws in late 2025 and blocked the malicious links, but updates remain essential as attackers use a hit‑and‑run approach and Lockdown Mode doesn’t protect all users.