# Chinese Hacker Uses Leaked DarkSword Kit to Deploy GHOSTBLADE Malware on iOS

A Chinese-speaking threat actor is using a leaked version of the DarkSword offensive security kit to deliver GHOSTBLADE, a previously undocumented malware targeting iOS devices. The campaign highlights how leaked hacking tools can lower the barrier for deployment of sophisticated mobile threats.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Security
- [The Hacker News](https://thehackernews.com/2026/08/chinese-threat-actor-uses-leaked.html) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:19:06 +0530