Zoom Patches Critical Flaw That Could Let Attackers Hijack Devices

Zoom Patches Critical Flaw That Could Let Attackers Hijack Devices

Zoom has released a security patch to address a critical vulnerability that could have allowed attackers to take control of a user's device during a meeting. The flaw was discovered by researchers at A Security, who detailed their findings in a blog post on Tuesday.

How the Vulnerability Was Discovered

The researchers reported that they uncovered the vulnerability using fewer than 20 prompts on publicly available AI models. This approach highlights the growing role of artificial intelligence in identifying security weaknesses.

What Users Should Do

Zoom users are strongly advised to update their applications to the latest version to ensure they are protected against this vulnerability. The patch addresses the issue and helps safeguard devices from potential hijacking during meetings.

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