Zoom’s Security Oops: Windows Flaw Fixed Just in Time!
Zoom patches a critical Windows client flaw, CVE-2025-49457, that could have let unauthenticated users escalate privileges via network access. Now, you can video chat without worrying about Zoom turning into the sneaky backdoor your IT department warned you about.
Hot Take:
Zoom might just need a bit more than a “mute” button for this one. It turns out, they’re not just letting your dog’s barking interrupt meetings – they’ve been enabling sneaky cyber villains to crash the party with privilege escalation. Guess it’s time for Zoom to update its security playlist, because right now, it’s a bit out of tune!
Key Points:
– Zoom patched a critical security flaw (CVE-2025-49457) in its Windows clients with a CVSS score of 9.6.
– The vulnerability could allow unauthenticated users to escalate privileges via network access.
– Affected products include Workplace, VDI, Rooms, Rooms Controller, and Meeting SDK for Windows before version 6.3.10.
– Exploiting this flaw could lead to malware installation, data theft, and deeper network infiltration.
– Zoom’s global user base makes it a lucrative target for cyber attackers.