Apple Patches iOS Flaw That Could Let Attackers Run Malicious Code on iPhones

Apple released a security update after confirming an iOS vulnerability may have been exploited in highly sophisticated targeted attacks. Apple has released iOS 26.7.1 and iPadOS 26.7.1 on September 28th with a security fix for a serious vulnerability that could allow attackers to run arbitrary code on affected devices. The tech giant said the issue involves an out-of-bounds write in CoreGraphics and added that the flaw could be triggered by processing a specially crafted file. SlowMist Warns Crypto Users Apple confirmed that it may have been exploited in an “extremely sophisticated attack” against specific targeted individuals on iOS versions before iOS 27. Meanwhile, SlowMist said the vulnerability is relevant to iOS attack activity it has been tracking. The security firm also warned that crypto users should pay particular attention. It urged them to update their Apple devices and avoid suspicious links, files, and app installation prompts. Users should also be careful when downloading apps or opening content from unknown sources. The vulnerability affects a range of Apple devices, including iPhone 11 and later models, along with several recent iPad models. Malicious FomoPeek iOS ...