Russia-linked hackers use advanced iPhone exploit to target Ukrainians

Researchers at Lookout report a Russia-linked APT deploying an advanced iPhone exploit chain dubbed “DarkSword” to target Ukrainians. The malware reportedly achieves device compromise with little or no user interaction, can exfiltrate sensitive data within minutes, and remove traces of the intrusion. Details on the exploited iOS components or any assigned CVE were not reported in the article; the campaign represents targeted, high-risk mobile surveillance against activists, journalists, and officials.