After Meta AI hack attempts, Instagram sending urgent warnings to users

At the end of May 2026, several Instagram users reported that their accounts, including several high-profile ones, had been hacked. This is said to be a widespread campaign, where hackers are manipulating the Meta AI support chatbot to change or reset the passport of an individual to gain access. The issue appears to persist despite the company stating that it had been resolved.

Owing to this, Instagram is now sending users an urgent warning about a suspected attempt or that they have been targeted.

“Don’t worry, we’ve taken measures to secure your account. As a result, we need you to reset your password.” The email also directs users to the Instagram Help Centre and provides security tips.

Alongside the email, Meta spokesperson Adam Stone shared an X post saying, “While we have already secured impacted accounts, we are now working to restore access to affected individuals.”

Between May 30 and May 31, several Instagram users reported on Reddit and X that their accounts had been hacked. On June 1, Stone said the issue had been resolved. However, by June 2, more users came forward claiming their accounts had also been compromised.

According to media reports and a shared video by Dark Web Informer on X, hackers allegedly tricked Meta's AI chatbot into changing account recovery details. They pretended to be the owners of someone else's account and asked the chatbot to change the account's email address.