DarkSword iPhone Exploit Leaked Online, Hundreds of Millions at Risk

DarkSword exploit leak puts up to 270 million iPhones at risk, with hackers able to access data through Safari without user interaction or detection. Researchers say the exploit has been in use since late 2025.

A major new cybersecurity threat has emerged for iPhone users worldwide, as researchers have uncovered a new hacking tool called DarkSword. According to a joint investigation by Google, Lookout, and iVerify, hundreds of millions of people could be at risk if they have not updated their software recently. This situation is particularly serious because the malware often operates without the user ever knowing their device has been compromised

What is DarkSword?

DarkSword is an exploit chain; this means the hackers do not just use one trick to get into your phone; they use six different vulnerabilities in a row. By combining these flaws, they can bypass security to gain full control over the device. This ...