Instagram AI chatbot tricked by hackers to give access to others' accounts
Instagram has resolved a security vulnerability that allowed hackers to trick its AI chatbot into granting unauthorized access to user accounts. The exploit reportedly involved manipulating the password recovery process, though Meta denies claims that high-profile accounts were compromised via this specific method.
Why it matters
This incident underscores the security risks associated with integrating AI tools into account management and recovery systems.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Liv McMahon Technology reporter Getty Images Instagram says it has resolved an issue which saw hackers trick its AI support tool into giving them access to other users accounts.
The article balances reports of the vulnerability with the company's official response.
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