Meta's AI support chatbot was reportedly exploited by hackers to gain unauthorized access to Instagram accounts, according to a report by 404 Media. A video shared on Telegram demonstrated how a hacker could request the chatbot to change the email linked to another user's account and reset the password. Meta acknowledged the issue and stated that it has been addressed. This incident coincided with the hacking of the Instagram account for Barack Obama's White House, which began posting content related to Iranian propaganda. Other accounts, including that of the US Space Force Chief, were also reportedly compromised.
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Meta's AI Support Chatbot Exploited in Instagram Account Hijacking
Meta's AI support chatbot was exploited by hackers to hijack Instagram accounts, allowing them to change emails and reset passwords. Meta has since patched the vulnerability, which was linked to the hacking of high-profile accounts, including Barack Obama's White House account.
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