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On April 3, 2021, it was discovered that the personal information of over 533 million Facebook users had been leaked online. This included their names, phone numbers, and email addresses. The leak affected users from 106 countries, with the majority being from the United States, United Kingdom, and India.
The information was reportedly obtained through a vulnerability in Facebook's phone number search feature that was exploited in 2019. Facebook fixed the vulnerability at the time, but the damage had already been done and the information was subsequently leaked.
This leak has serious consequences for affected users. With access to their personal information, cybercriminals can engage in activities such as phishing attacks, spamming, and identity theft. It is important for affected users to take steps to protect themselves, such as by being wary of suspicious emails and texts, and by using strong, unique passwords for their accounts.
In response to the leak, Facebook issued a statement acknowledging the issue and emphasizing their commitment to the privacy and security of their users. They also advised affected users to be cautious of any suspicious activity and to use the platform's security features, such as two-factor authentication.
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The information was reportedly obtained through a vulnerability in Facebook's phone number search feature that was exploited in 2019. Facebook fixed the vulnerability at the time, but the damage had already been done and the information was subsequently leaked.
This leak has serious consequences for affected users. With access to their personal information, cybercriminals can engage in activities such as phishing attacks, spamming, and identity theft. It is important for affected users to take steps to protect themselves, such as by being wary of suspicious emails and texts, and by using strong, unique passwords for their accounts.
In response to the leak, Facebook issued a statement acknowledging the issue and emphasizing their commitment to the privacy and security of their users. They also advised affected users to be cautious of any suspicious activity and to use the platform's security features, such as two-factor authentication.
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