New Delhi, March 20 -- A new exploit called DarkSword has emerged as a major threat to iPhone users worldwide. Discovered by researchers from Google, Lookout, and iVerify, this tool can silently compromise devices simply by visiting infected websites. It steals sensitive data like passwords, messages, photos, and even cryptocurrency wallet information. This marks the second major iOS spyware revelation in March 2026, following the "Coruna" exploit kit.

DarkSword is a full-chain exploit kit that uses six vulnerabilities, including several zero-days, to gain deep access to iPhones. It targets devices running iOS 18.4 through 18.7. Attackers inject malicious code into legitimate websites, often via compromised servers. When a vulnerable iPh...