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Meta AI Support Bot Helped Hackers Hijack Instagram Accounts


Meta's AI support assistant has been helping hackers get access to high-profile Instagram accounts, according to reports on social media. With no verification check, Meta AI would change the email address associated with an Instagram account, allowing the password to be updated. Meta introduced its AI support assistant back in December with the aim of making it easier for customers to access 24/7 account support.

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