Zoom patch addresses screen-sharing flaw that let attackers seize control of devices

A cross-platform vulnerability in Zoom's screen-sharing function was identified by cybersecurity researchers, enabling an attacker to commandeer a participant’s device simply by launching the annotation tool during a call. The defect affected the Zoom Workspace application on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android and Linux, required no user interaction, and gave no on-screen indication of compromise. The team built the exploit with AI assistance in less than 24 hours, underscoring the growing role of AI in facilitating high-level cyber threats.

Zoom was notified of the issue and has deployed patches to all affected versions, advising users to update promptly. While the flaw has not been observed in active attacks, its potential severity prompted swift remediation. A similar screen-sharing vulnerability prompted Apple to release macOS updates, reinforcing the broader industry focus on securing remote collaboration tools.