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Instagram is alerting users who were targeted by hackers during AI chatbot attacks

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Meta’s AI-powered support chatbot is reported to have granted hackers access to victims’ accounts, and the article says hackers appeared to retain access even after Meta claimed the issue was fixed. The key risk is an ongoing account-takeover vulnerability tied to a platform support tool, which raises cybersecurity and trust concerns. The news is negative for Meta’s platform integrity, though the broader market impact is likely limited.

Analysis

Meta’s AI-powered support chatbot is reported to have granted hackers access to victims’ accounts, and the article says hackers appeared to retain access even after Meta claimed the issue was fixed. The key risk is an ongoing account-takeover vulnerability tied to a platform support tool, which raises cybersecurity and trust concerns. The news is negative for Meta’s platform integrity, though the broader market impact is likely limited.

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