It is the first time that some of the site ‘s secret code has been made public and the lack of users private data security is seriously questioned. Hopefully this incident does not permit hackers to have direct access to private information but it is an open window for identity thieves. Indeed Facebook users, 2 out-of 5, divulged too easily their personal details like phone number, address or full name – they happen to be too friendly and trusting with people they have never met.
The UK fraud prevention is worried because this trend is increasing especially in the younger, more vulnerable generation. It has been shown that in the last six month a record number of fraud has been committed including an estimated of 40.000 identity thieves.These cyber-criminals can create a false identity by gaining access to personal information displaying on Facebook online accounts or infiltrating employers computers networks. Even if Facebook guarantees that users private data has not been compromised by this leak – people are now questioning the security of the website.