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Hackers Are Serving Malware To iPhones Via Hundreds Of Infected Websites

Malware is being served to iPhones via hundreds of infected websites.

By · Published October 23, 2026  17:47 UTC · Updated October 23, 2026  18:24 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 4 distinct news outlets with 4 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 2.
  • Primary Driver: Malware is being served to iPhones via hundreds of infected websites.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

Thousands of popular websites have been weaponised to drain crypto wallets from Apple iPhones without users clicking a single link. This is reportedly happening due to a vulnerability that allows hackers to serve malware to iPhones via infected websites. Coverage from AL.com and cristinaiglesias.com suggests that users may be hacked by simply scrolling past an ad or visiting a legitimate website.

According to coverage from Bitcoin Foundation, the malware can steal passwords and photos, posing a significant risk to iPhone users. The Bitcoin Foundation has warned users about the risks associated with using cryptocurrency wallets on their iPhones, particularly with the DeadTag and Wallet risks.

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Questions people are asking

How do users get infected?

Users may get infected by scrolling past an ad or visiting a legitimate website.

What can the malware do?

The malware can steal passwords and photos.

What is being done to address the issue?

The Bitcoin Foundation has warned users about the risks associated with using cryptocurrency wallets on their iPhones.

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