Second iOS Exploit Kit DarkSword Identified in Use by Suspected Russian Hackers

📌 A second iOS exploit kit named DarkSword has been identified in use by suspected Russian hackers, according to research from iVerify, Lookout, and Google. The kit may leverage tools potentially developed by the U.S. government, though this remains unconfirmed. No specific technical details, such as exploit chains, CVE IDs, or targeted iOS versions, were disclosed in the report. The discovery suggests broader implications for iOS security, though the exact impact—such as data exfiltration or device compromise—was not detailed. The threat actor’s attribution to Russia is based on suspected links rather than definitive evidence.