Instagram users warned over password reset emails after data of 17.5m accounts breached

Instagram users worldwide are receiving unexpected password reset emails, prompting warnings against clicking suspicious links.

Cybersecurity experts suggest these emails are likely phishing attempts, designed to trick users into revealing account information.

Instagram states that official password reset emails originate solely from @mail.instagram.com, advising caution with other senders.

The surge in these emails may be connected to a recent data breach involving 17.5 million Instagram accounts posted on BreachForums.

Users are urged to enable two-factor authentication and use unique passwords for their email accounts to enhance security.