A new Instagram phishing scam lures victims in with promises of exclusive verified account status. The scam centers around Instagram s labeling of verified accounts, which indicates that the account user is a public figure, celebrity or global brand with blue checkmark. The page masquerades as a real Instagram verification submission page, prompting victims to apply for verification. After clicking the Apply Now button, victims are led to a series of phishing forms asking for their Instagram login information and for confirmation of their email and password credentials.
Source: https://threatpost.com/scammers-prey-on-instagram-vanity-and-verified-account-status/146075/