A.Security finds 'Zoomsday' Zoom exploit with 20 AI prompts
TL;DR. Researchers at A.Security developed a critical Zoom exploit, dubbed 'Zoomsday,' using only 20 prompts with an AI agent. - This flaw allowed any meeting participant to gain full device control over other users without their knowledge. - The exploit affected Zoom Workplace versions prior to 7.0.6, impacting hundreds of millions of users. - Zoom has since patched the vulnerabilities, urging users to update their software immediately.
- A.Security researchers leveraged AI with just 20 prompts to uncover a critical RCE vulnerability in Zoom.
- The 'Zoomsday' exploit allowed remote code execution, giving attackers full control over a victim's device.
- The flaw was present in Zoom's annotation functionality, even if not actively used.
- Zoom quickly issued patches for versions 7.0.6 and 7.1.5 (fast track), urging all users to update.
- The research highlights the growing ease of developing sophisticated exploits with AI assistance.