That is something of a valuable service. People might see that option and think “well, why not? What’s the harm?” This way they can learn what the harm is, without having to be the person being harmed.

I agree that this can be a method that can provide insight. It's also one of the areas where journalistic ethics are most strongly considered.

A journalist has done good work if they report on their ability to smuggle a replica bomb onto a plane. It's a bit hazier if they smuggle a real bomb on board because it puts people at risk. They shouldn't blow up a plane to show how easy it is.

I didn't offer any judgement in my comment as to the ethics of this particular reporter, just noting that was the style that they do.

The claims she purported to represent Meta in public statements would, if true, count as unethical journalism. I don't know of the accuracy of those claims, so at this stage I would remain undecided but wary.

That’s called Journalism