SEE ALSO :Facebook users renting out accounts for money, reportFacebook's admission of the faux pas came after the report by Krebs. Facebook said that social network users could harden security by updating to complex passwords and opting to require a second piece of data such as a texted code to access accounts. Facebook has announced a series of moves to tighten handling of data, including eliminating most of its data-sharing partnerships with outside companies. Last week the social network announced that its chief product officer Chris Cox was leaving, becoming the highest-ranking executive to depart amid the turmoil at the leading social network. SEE ALSO :Facebook to integrate WhatsApp, Instagram and MessengerCox made his announcement on his Facebook page, saying he was leaving "with great sadness" after 13 years.

Source: Standard Digital March 22, 2019 09:11 UTC