Hackers Hijacked Instagram Accounts by Asking Meta’s AI Support Bot
Hackers tricked Meta's AI support bot into resetting Instagram passwords and seizing accounts. Meta patched it. Here is what actually happened...
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Hackers exploited a significant flaw in Meta's AI support bot to gain unauthorized access to numerous Instagram accounts over the weekend. This sophisticated attack bypassed traditional security measures like password theft, highlighting the risks of AI-driven customer support.
- The exploit allowed attackers to change an account's email address simply by providing a verification code to the Meta AI Support Assistant.
- Notable accounts compromised included the archived Obama White House handle and the account of US Space Force Chief Master Sergeant John Bentivegna, with some profiles briefly defaced.
- The vulnerability primarily affected accounts without two-factor authentication (2FA); accounts with 2FA enabled were reportedly safe.
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Hackers Hijacked Instagram Accounts by Asking Meta' AI Support Bot - June 2026
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