Can a Microsoft Word Document File Run Macro Viruses on iOS 9.3.5?

HudsonGTV

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Is it possible for a Word document to install viruses on a non-jail broken iPhone and have full access to all files (without those pop-ups asking for permission to photos, etc of course)? Just wondering in case I open a word document from an email.
 
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Yes and no. It can definitely infect files you use, but unless the macro was built specifically for iOS the payload will be inert. Just don't download sketchy files

canadianvice

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I think the question OP had then becomes "if it is made for iOS?"

I would imagine that the sandboxing is very strong; it should be pretty limited. But viruses have never been known to abide by limitations if there's a workaround.