Instagram denied a data breach after numerous users reported receiving unsolicited password reset emails. The social media platform stated it had resolved an issue that allowed an "external party" to trigger legitimate password reset requests, but maintained that its systems were not compromised.

The incident sparked conflicting reports and raised security concerns among users. While Instagram assured users that their accounts were secure and advised them to disregard suspicious emails, the company did not disclose specific details about the vulnerability.

Cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes claimed that sensitive information from 17.5 million Instagram accounts was being sold on the dark web. However, some researchers suspect the data may be from older, publicly available sources.

The lack of transparency from Instagram regarding the nature of the issue fueled unease among users. Multiple news sources reported on the conflicting information, highlighting the discrepancy between Instagram's denial of a breach and the claims of a data leak.

Despite Instagram's assurances, the incident prompted questions about the platform's security measures and the potential risks to user data. The company has not yet provided further details about the "external party" involved or the specific vulnerability that was exploited.