A vulnerability was found in Zoom that allowed taking control of someone else’s device.

Vulnerability in Zoom allowed hackers to gain remote access to devices

Researchers have discovered a dangerous vulnerability in the Zoom app that could allow malicious actors to gain remote control over users’ devices.

The vulnerability was found in Zoom Workspace, which is available for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, and Linux operating systems. The issue is related to the annotation tool, which is actively used during screen sharing. The attack could occur automatically, without users’ knowledge or intervention, leaving hackers the opportunity to execute malicious code on the victim’s device.

According to Engadget, it is currently unknown whether this vulnerability has been exploited in practice. Cybersecurity researchers were able to create a working exploit using artificial intelligence and provided Zoom with the necessary recommendations to fix the bug. The company has already released a series of updates to address the threat.

This incident highlights the growing role of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity. Researchers acknowledge that such issues previously required significant time and resources, whereas now solutions can be found in significantly shorter timeframes. This indicates a new stage in the development of security solutions, although the need for rapid response to new threats remains relevant.

In the context of recent events, attempts to use artificial intelligence in cybersecurity have already encountered significant challenges. Previously, breaches related to testing artificial intelligence models, such as GPT-5.6 Sol, were discovered on platforms like Hugging Face and Modal Labs. This emphasizes how important it is to exercise caution when implementing new technologies.