Summary: A Massachusetts town is conducting an investigation after an online meeting was disrupted by antisemitic “Zoombombing.” The incident occurred during a virtual public meeting held by the town’s board of selectmen, which was open to the public. The incident has sparked concerns about the safety and security of online public meetings, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic when virtual meetings have become the norm. Antisemitic “Zoombombing” refers to the unauthorized intrusion and disruption of a Zoom or virtual meeting with antisemitic content. Zoombombing incidents have targeted various online meetings, including educational seminars, religious services, and public events. Perpetrators gain access to virtual meetings and disrupt proceedings by displaying offensive content, making derogatory comments, or sharing inappropriate images.

Source: Washington Post December 06, 2023 17:16 UTC