From securityaffairs.com
Introduction
In the ever-evolving landscape of mobile security, hunting for malware in the iOS ecosystem is akin to navigating a labyrinth with invisible walls. Imagine having a digital compass that not only guides you through this maze, but also reveals the hidden mechanisms of iOS malware previously shrouded in mystery. This is not a tool – this is the nature of digital forensic artifacts. In this blog post, we’ll explore one particular forensic artifact that stands out for uncovering some of the most elusive malware on iOS devices and shedding more light on the traces left by the sophisticated threats endangering the trusted companions in our pockets.
In 2021 and 2022, we had the privilege of working on a few Pegasus malware infections on several iPhone devices. The iPhones were Initially given to us by our partners for general security checks before we discovered the infections.