In early 2020, Facebook had a vulnerability that allowed hackers to access the phone numbers of 533 million users. The data was leaked online in January 2021.
The leak included the phone numbers, Facebook IDs, full names, locations, birthdates, and bios of users from all over the world. It is estimated that 2,838 Cambodian users were affected by the breach.
Facebook has since fixed the vulnerability, but the data is still available online. Security experts recommend that users change their passwords and enable two-factor authentication to protect their accounts.
How to check if your data was leaked
You can check if your data was leaked by visiting the website Have I Been Pwned. Enter your email address or phone number into the search bar and click "Check Pwned." If your data was leaked, you will see a message that says "Yes."
What to do if your data was leaked
If your data was leaked, you should take the following steps to protect your account:
- Change your password.
- Enable two-factor authentication.
- Monitor your account for suspicious activity.
- Be careful about what information you share online.
What Facebook is doing to protect users
Facebook has said that it is working to notify users who were affected by the breach. The company is also taking steps to improve the security of its platform.
What you can do to protect yourself
There are a few things you can do to protect yourself from data breaches:
- Use strong passwords and don't reuse them across different websites.
- Enable two-factor authentication whenever possible.
- Be careful about what information you share online.
- Keep your software up to date.
- Be aware of phishing scams and other online threats.
By taking these steps, you can help to protect your privacy and security online.