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Hackers Breach 20K Instagram Accounts Due to AI Bug

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Hackers breached Instagram's defenses last month through an artificial intelligence chatbot vulnerability, affecting 34,000 accounts at Meta-owned Instagram. The incident highlights cybersecurity risks tied to AI-enabled systems and could prompt increased scrutiny of Meta's platform security controls. The reported impact is material for the company but likely limited in broader market terms.

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Hackers breached Instagram's defenses last month through an artificial intelligence chatbot vulnerability, affecting 34,000 accounts at Meta-owned Instagram. The incident highlights cybersecurity risks tied to AI-enabled systems and could prompt increased scrutiny of Meta's platform security controls. The reported impact is material for the company but likely limited in broader market terms.

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