Apple remotely disables a feature of the Zoom conferencing application after the fright of the webcam

Apple sent a silent security update to Mac computer users two days later a security researcher has detailed a security breach in the web conferencing software manufacturer Zoom software that can remotely activate a person's webcam. The update removed a feature to quickly connect people to conference calls.

Zoom software installs a web server on users' computers, designed to launch it quickly when users click on a link. It also reinstalls the Zoom software it has been removed. This server is what Apple's update has removed, according to TechCrunch, which reported on the update previously.

"We are pleased to have collaborated with Apple to test this update to solve the problem of the Web server." We appreciate the patience of our users as we continue to solve their problems, "CNET Priscilla Barolo told CNET , spokesperson for Zoom, confirming the TechCrunch report.

Apple has not responded to a request for comment.

This decision marks the last turning point in the crisis after security researcher Jonathan Leitschuh detailed a shocking security flaw that potentially allows an attacker to activate the webcam of a Mac computer without warning.

In an article published Tuesday on his blog, Zoom announced its intention to disable the Web server feature, originally designed to allow users to more easily join meetings without additional clicks. "We stop using a local web server on Mac devices," the company said.

Originally published at 16:40. PT
Updated at 19:20 with Zoom comment and confirmation.