Security News > 2016 > April > Facebook vulnerability allowed access to personal and payment information (Help Net Security)

Bitdefender has discovered a significant vulnerability within Facebook which allowed access to any user account through simple social login manipulation. The attacker was able to gain access to personal user information, a contacts list for potential malware distribution and payment information – allowing purchases to be made in the user’s name. Attack vector The attack vector in this case – social logins – are an alternative to traditional authentication. This form of access offers users … More →

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