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Reddit account compromised, AI-generated image posted

A Reddit user reported their account was compromised, leading to an AI-generated image being posted on their subreddit, which they believe will tarnish their reputation. The user confirmed no important data was lost and has since changed their password.

The user's Reddit account was compromised, and upon regaining access, they discovered an AI-generated image of their subreddit's icon had been posted. The user expressed disappointment, stating that this incident would "tarnish our reputation AGAIN" and suggested it was an attempt to portray them with a "PRO AI VIEW". They used their Discord account to confirm to their community that the post was not made by them. The user also mentioned a previous "deviantart impersonator situation" that involved AI generation in profile pictures and "custom songs". The AI-generated post reportedly mentioned a "parody subreddit", which the user denied any involvement with. The user confirmed that no important data was missing from their account or other platforms and that they had changed their password.

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