Hackers Used Meta’s Own AI To Hijack Instagram Accounts, Here's What Happened

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Hackers exploited Meta’s AI support chatbot to reset passwords and seize Instagram accounts without needing victims’ credentials. Users reported hijackings over the weekend, and Meta confirmed the flaw was fixed after the incident.

06/02 06:16 AM timesnownews.com

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Hackers Used Meta’s Own AI To Hijack Instagram Accounts, Here's What Happened

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06/02 08:48 AM digitaltrends.com

Meta’s AI bot helped hackers steal Instagram accounts, and it was worryingly easy to trick

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06/02 12:17 PM androidauthority.com

Hackers stole high-profile Instagram accounts by simply asking Meta AI nicely

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