Apple, iOS and DarkSword
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Google and cybersecurity companies Lookout and iVerify have detailed a new hacking technique that potentially puts a significant portion of iPhone users in danger, just by visiting the wrong web page.
The DarkSword exploit, which primarily targets devices running older iOS versions, has unfortunately made its way to GitHub. It has been patched, so update now.
Leaked hacking tools threaten the security of millions of older iPhones. Cybersecurity experts weigh in.
Apple routinely recommends that users keep their device software bang up to date. However, Apple is now sending unprecedented alert notifications to some iPhone users. Here’s what’s going on. The updates appear directly on the iPhone lock screen and within the Settings app, so you should see them easily enough.