THE GUARDIAN
TikTok has said it is taking measures to tackle a cyber-attack that targeted several celebrities and brand accounts, including Paris Hilton and CNN.
The social video app confirmed CNN’s feed was one of a small number of high-profile accounts that had been affected after its security team was alerted to malicious actors targeting the US news outlet.
“We have been collaborating closely with CNN to restore account access and implement enhanced security measures to safeguard their account moving forward,” a TikTok spokesperson said.
TikTok also revealed Hilton was targeted but the reality TV star’s account had not been compromised.
The short-form video-sharing platform told the Associated Press the attack had taken place through the app’s direct messaging feature but would not give any more details. It is still investigating the what happened and working with affected account owners who are trying to get their access restored.
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