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Zoom security risk has been issued by the Indian government which concerns Android, iOS and even the Mac users.
Zoom security risk alert from the Indian govt needs your attention
The Indian government has raised a new security warning for Zoom users on Windows, macOS and even Android. The latest alert from the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team or CERT-In on November 14 talks about multiple security issues that can make it easy for hackers to attack their system bypassing the Zoom security layers and able to steal data and other information from the targeted users.
It was a serious product during the pandemic but even today, people rely on the platform for work which is why the new risks warrant your attention.
Zoom Security Issue: What The Alert Says
The CERT-In note talks about multiple security issues that are affecting Zoom on various platforms. “Multiple vulnerabilities exist in Zoom products due to external control of file name or path, improper verification of cryptographic signature, improper authorization handling and certificate validation.”
The agency further suggests that the Zoom security issues could make it high risk for both businesses and personal users. “Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could be exploited by an attacker to trigger elevation of privilege, conduct cross site scripting attacks and disclosure of sensitive information on the targeted system.”
Zoom Security Issue: Who Is At Risk?
The government bulletin details the Zoom versions that are affected by the issues and can be exploited to steal data.
- Zoom Workplace for macOS before version 6.5.10
- Zoom Workplace (various clients) before version 6.5.10
- Zoom Workplace VDI Client for Windows before version 6.5.10
- Zoom Workplace VDI Plugin for macOS (Universal Installer) before versions 6.3.14, 6.4.14, and 6.5.10
- Zoom Workplace for Android before version 6.5.10
- Zoom Clients / Meeting SDK / Workplace SDK
The Zoom workplace app is used by businesses and professionals while the Android and iOS app mentioned here are popular among most people. If the Zoom on your Android, iOS or Windows system is running on the versions prior to the ones written here, you need to update the Zoom app right away.
So, we suggest you open the Zoom app on your desktop/mac or mobile device and click on the available software update for the platform and secure your devices from possible hacking threats.
S Aadeetya, Special Correspondent at News18 Tech, accidentally got into journalism 10 years ago, and since then, has been part of established media houses covering the latest trends in technology and helping fr…Read More
S Aadeetya, Special Correspondent at News18 Tech, accidentally got into journalism 10 years ago, and since then, has been part of established media houses covering the latest trends in technology and helping fr… Read More
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November 20, 2025, 10:05 IST
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