Facebook Discloses Flaw That Made Users' Passwords Visible to Employees

The transcript discusses a security flaw at Facebook where passwords of hundreds of millions of users were stored in a non-encrypted format, visible to employees. The issue was disclosed after a report by Krebs on Security. Facebook claims the problem is resolved and no external access occurred. The incident adds to ongoing trust issues with Facebook, following previous breaches and the Cambridge Analytica scandal. Most affected users were on Facebook Lite, with some Instagram accounts also impacted. The transcript highlights concerns about Facebook's internal security practices and its commitment to user privacy.

What was the main issue with Facebook's handling of user passwords?

• They were stored in an encrypted format.

• They were visible to external hackers.

• They were stored in a non-encrypted, readable format.

• They were shared with third-party developers.

Which app was primarily affected by the Facebook password breach?

• Facebook Lite

• Messenger

• Instagram

• WhatsApp

How long did Facebook know about the password issue before disclosing it?

• One month

• Two months

• Four months

• Six months

What is ironic about Facebook's recent strategic transition?

• They are reducing security measures.

• They are pivoting to privacy while failing to encrypt passwords.

• They are focusing on more public data sharing.

• They are increasing advertisement transparency.

What is a major concern for users regarding Facebook's actions?

• The increase in Facebook's user base.

• The consistency between Facebook's statements and actions.

• The company's transparency in data sharing.

• The reduction in Facebook's security team.