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A Zoom Screen-Sharing Bug Let Anyone Take Over Other Devices on a Call

Tuesday, August 11, 2026


Researchers discovered a flaw in Zoom's screen-sharing feature that allowed any call participant to take control of another participant's device. The vulnerability was identified using a public AI tool and required fewer than 20 prompts to locate. Zoom has since patched the flaw.

Original reporting: https://www.wired.com/story/a-zoom-screen-sharing-bug-let-anyone-take-over-other-devices-on-a-call/

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