TikTok Cyberattack Targets High-Profile Accounts Including CNN and Paris Hilton
The attack exploited a zero-day vulnerability in TikTok's direct messaging feature, compromising several celebrity and brand accounts.
- TikTok has taken measures to stop the attack and is working with affected account owners to restore access.
- The attack did not result in any unauthorized posts from the compromised accounts.
- A very small number of accounts were targeted, according to TikTok.
- The incident raises concerns amid ongoing debates about TikTok's security and its potential U.S. ban.
- TikTok is enhancing security measures to prevent future exploits.