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Meta expands teen content controls globally, tests new Instagram tool to diversify feeds

Meta expands teen content controls globally, tests new Instagram tool to diversify feeds

June 2 (Reuters) - Meta is expanding its content settings for teen accounts on Instagram, Facebook and Messenger globally to ensure age-appropriate experiences for younger users, it said on Tuesday, as social media platforms face growing scrutiny about child health and safety.
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Hackers Exploit Meta AI Support Bot to Compromise High-Profile Instagram Accounts

Hackers Exploit Meta AI Support Bot to Compromise High-Profile Instagram Accounts

Hackers Exploit Meta AI Support Bot to Compromise High-Profile Instagram Accounts
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Meta AI Support Chatbot Exploited by Hackers to Compromise Instagram Accounts

Meta AI Support Chatbot Exploited by Hackers to Compromise Instagram Accounts

Meta AI Support Chatbot Exploited by Hackers to Compromise Instagram Accounts
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Meta AI Support Chatbot Exploit Leads to Instagram Account Hijackings

Meta AI Support Chatbot Exploit Leads to Instagram Account Hijackings

Instagram recently addressed a security vulnerability that allowed hackers to hijack user accounts by exploiting Meta's AI-powered support chatbot. The attack involved tricking the chatbot into granting access to a victim's account by adding a new email address and resetting the password. Several users reported their accounts being compromised, including notable handles such as the Obama-era White House and the U.S. Space Force's chief master sergeant John Bentivegna. Security researcher Jane Wong was among those affected, noting unauthorized password changes and reset attempts. A video demonstrated the hacking process, which involved using a VPN to spoof the target's location and interacting with the Meta AI Support Assistant to gain control over the account. Instagram has since fixed the issue, but the extent of the breach remains unclear.
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Hackers Exploit Meta AI to Infiltrate High-Profile Instagram Accounts

Hackers Exploit Meta AI to Infiltrate High-Profile Instagram Accounts

Hackers have exploited Meta's AI-powered support chatbot to infiltrate high-profile Instagram accounts, including the Obama White House account and the U.S. Space Force Chief Master Sergeant's account. The breach involved deceiving the chatbot into linking new email addresses to existing accounts, allowing hackers to reset passwords and gain control. The incident raises concerns about the safety of AI-driven security measures, as stolen account handles were listed for sale on Telegram. Meta has confirmed the issue has been resolved and is securing impacted accounts.
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Hackers Exploit Meta AI Bot to Breach High-Profile Instagram Accounts

Hackers Exploit Meta AI Bot to Breach High-Profile Instagram Accounts

Hackers have exploited Meta's AI-powered support chatbot to infiltrate high-profile Instagram accounts, including those associated with Barack Obama's White House account, Sephora, and the US Space Force Chief Master Sergeant. The breach was confirmed by Meta, which stated that the issue has been resolved and affected accounts are being secured. Hackers used the AI assistant to link accounts to new email addresses, allowing them to reset passwords. This incident raises concerns about the security of AI-driven support systems, especially in handling sensitive tasks like password management.
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Exclusive-Meta scales back plan for internal mouse-tracking tech, citing staff concerns

Exclusive-Meta scales back plan for internal mouse-tracking tech, citing staff concerns

By Katie Paul June 2 (Reuters) - Meta is dialing back elements of its plan to collect employee mouse movements, keystrokes and other actions for use as AI training data, it said in an internal memo on Tuesday, following weeks of angry pushback from staffers.
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Meta AI Exploit Leads to Compromise of High-Profile Instagram Accounts

Meta AI Exploit Leads to Compromise of High-Profile Instagram Accounts

Meta AI Exploit Leads to Compromise of High-Profile Instagram Accounts
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Meta's AI Chatbot Exploited by Hackers to Compromise Instagram Accounts

Meta's AI Chatbot Exploited by Hackers to Compromise Instagram Accounts

Meta's AI Chatbot Exploited by Hackers to Compromise Instagram Accounts
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Australia's Megaport secures four new AI infrastructure contracts, to raise $594 million

Australia's Megaport secures four new AI infrastructure contracts, to raise $594 million

June 3 (Reuters) - Australia's Megaport said on Wednesday it has secured four new AI infrastructure contracts with a total contract value of about A$458.9 million ($329.49 million), and launched a fully underwritten entitlement offer to raise A$827.3 million ($594 million).
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Hackers Exploit Meta AI Bot to Breach High-Profile Instagram Accounts

Hackers Exploit Meta AI Bot to Breach High-Profile Instagram Accounts

Hackers Exploit Meta AI Bot to Breach High-Profile Instagram Accounts
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Hackers Exploit Meta AI Chatbot to Hijack Instagram Accounts

Hackers Exploit Meta AI Chatbot to Hijack Instagram Accounts

Hackers have exploited a vulnerability in Meta's AI-powered support chatbot to gain unauthorized access to Instagram accounts. The cyberattack involved deceiving the chatbot into linking new email addresses to existing accounts, allowing hackers to take control. High-profile accounts, including the Obama White House page and the U.S. Space Force Chief Master Sergeant's account, were among those affected. The method involved using a VPN to match the hacker's location with the victim's suspected location, bypassing Instagram's security systems. Once the chatbot linked a new email address, it sent a verification code to the hacker, who then reset the account password. Instagram has since patched the exploit, but the exact number of affected accounts remains unclear.