Zoom has released security updates to fix CVE-2026-53412, a critical Improper Input Validation vulnerability affecting its Windows software, which could allow attackers to take over user accounts via network access. The flaw primarily impacts the Zoom Desktop Client and other Windows-based Zoom products, prompting the company to urge users to install the latest updates.

According to Zoom, CVE-2026-53412 carries a CVSS score of 9.8 and is tracked under security bulletin ZSB-26014. The company stated, "Improper Input Validation in Zoom Desktop Client for Windows and Zoom VDI Client for Windows may allow an unauthenticated user to conduct an account takeover via network access." The vulnerabil...