Usernames, passwords of 1 million Facebook users ‘compromised’: Meta
2 years, 2 months ago

Usernames, passwords of 1 million Facebook users ‘compromised’: Meta

Hindustan Times  

Meta Platforms, the company formerly known as Facebook Inc., said on Friday usernames and passwords of around 1 million Facebook users have been ‘compromised,’ adding that those affected will be notified about the situation. “This year, we identified more than 400 ‘malicious’ apps, on both Android and iOS, that target internet users and steal their login information,” Meta stated. Meanwhile, Apple said 45 of the 400 apps were downloaded from its store and have been removed; on the other hand, a Google spokesperson noted all its ‘malicious’ apps have been taken off. Meta's next step The social media giant said it will share tips, with those whose accounts were compromised, on how to avoid falling prey to such apps, whether for Facebook or any other networking website.

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