TikTok confirms addressing a cyberattack targeting high-profile users via DMs, including CNN's account, using malicious code.

TikTok confirms it's addressing a cyberattack targeting high-profile users via DMs, including CNN's account. The malicious code spreads without user interaction beyond opening a message. TikTok's security team is working with affected parties to restore access and implement enhanced security measures. The app has faced hacking issues before, raising concerns over its security and privacy practices.