‘Zoomsday’ hack uncovered using fewer than 20 AI prompts
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Source: The Verge (AI)August 11, 2026
Summary
Researchers discovered a major security flaw in Zoom's annotation feature (a tool that lets users draw on shared screens) using fewer than 20 prompts to AI models, which could let attackers run malicious code on victims' devices during meetings. The exploit could allow attackers to steal data, enable cameras or microphones, or install malware. Zoom has patched this vulnerability.
Solution / Mitigation
Zoom has patched the vulnerability. Users should update to the patched version.
Classification
Attack SophisticationModerate
Impact (CIA+S)
integrityconfidentialityavailability
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Original source: https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/977909/zoom-vulnerability-ai-attack
First tracked: August 11, 2026 at 02:01 PM
Classified by LLM (prompt v3) · confidence: 65%