**Instagram Fixes Password Reset Issue After Malwarebytes Called it a Security Breach**

Instagram has announced that it has fixed the issue involving password reset requests sent to users in the last couple of days. The problem, which had been causing widespread concern among users, stemmed from an "external party request" that sent out the password reset notifications to multiple accounts.

According to Instagram's official statement on X, the company claims that there has been no breach of their system and everything remains "secure." However, this has not sat well with Malwarebytes, a reputable cybersecurity firm, which has claimed that cybercriminals were behind the password reset requests and had stolen the credentials of millions of Instagram users.

Malwarebytes' report alleges that as many as 17.5 million Instagram accounts were compromised via this attack, with threat actors receiving sensitive personal information from the platform, including home addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, Instagram usernames, and more.

The company also claimed that the stolen information is readily available on the dark web and can be purchased by anyone who has access to it. This alarming revelation has left many users concerned about their security and wondering whether Instagram's claims are true or just a PR attempt to downplay the severity of the issue.

Instagram, however, maintains its stance that the problem was caused by an external party request and not a breach of their system. In a post shared on X, the company apologized for any confusion caused and assured users that they can ignore the password reset emails sent out by their official email service.

But are Instagram's claims credible? Malwarebytes' investigation suggests otherwise. The cybersecurity firm has provided evidence showing how easy it is to spam a password reset request on Instagram, which only requires a username – widely available information on the platform.

The differing takes on the problem from both Instagram and Malwarebytes have left many users anxious about their security. For peace of mind, experts recommend that users perform a password reset and email change as soon as possible.

It's worth noting that this is not an isolated incident. A previous hack similar to the one being claimed by Malwarebytes had resulted in user accounts – including those of celebrities – being made available online for anyone to purchase at a special price. This raises questions about Instagram's security measures and whether they are doing enough to protect their users' sensitive information.

For now, it seems that only time will tell which party is telling the truth. Until then, users are advised to remain vigilant and take steps to secure their accounts.