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Apple has now made it possible for more iPhones still running iOS 18 to receive security updates that protect against the actively exploited DarkSword exploit kit.
Apple’s iOS 26.4 update is here. From the AI Playlist Playground to critical Liquid Glass display fixes and 8 new emojis, we break it down.
Apple expanded iOS 18.7.7 on April 1, 2026 after DarkSword disclosure, enabling auto security updates across more devices.
As DarkSword spreads, Apple tells WIRED it will enable iOS 18-specific fixes for millions of iPhone owners who remain on that iOS version rather than force them to update to iOS 26.
Apple has just released iOS 18.7.7, an iPhone update which is aimed at protecting users against an exploit chain called DarkSword. Here’s who it’s aimed at, what it’s about and why it’s so urgent.
Apple is currently testing iOS 26.5. While the update is small, it introduces some notable changes—including ads in Apple Maps.