Kaspersky has rejected allegations that the Coruna iPhone exploit kit is linked to an NSA-affiliated operation, which was previously associated with zero-day attacks targeting Russian diplomats in 2023. The Coruna kit, recently discovered by Google, is believed to have been used to compromise iPhone devices. Kaspersky's dismissal of the claims suggests that the kit's origins and intentions may be more complex than initially thought. The incident highlights the ongoing concerns surrounding zero-day exploits and the potential for widespread vulnerabilities in popular devices. With the window for patching such vulnerabilities rapidly shrinking, the discovery of the Coruna kit serves as a reminder for organizations to assess their exposure to similar threats immediately, particularly in light of the kit's potential to target high-profile individuals and entities1. The Coruna kit's capabilities and potential connections to state-sponsored actors make it a significant concern for cybersecurity professionals.
Kaspersky dismisses claims Coruna iPhone exploit kit is connected to NSA-linked operation
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- The Register. (2026, March 4). Kaspersky dismisses claims Coruna iPhone exploit kit is connected to NSA-linked operation. The Register. https://go.theregister.com/feed/www.theregister.com/2026/03/04/kaspersky_dismisses_claims_that_coruna/
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