Facebook Leaks Private Info
MI6 rushed into an investigation last night after it was reported that valuable and secret information was leaked on the popular social media network, Facebook.
Within the London network there are roughly 3 million users however this does not count for anyone outside of that network who also may of been looking. Sir John Sawers wife disclosed information on where the couple work and live and pictures of a recent family holiday.
Sir John Sawyers is set to take over all foreign affairs for MI6 which means he will be responsible for all secret operations abroad. This tiny little mistake from his wife has been blown slightly out of proportion however you have to ask yourself that if this was to repeat itself and something more sensitive was released what could the consequences be. That is not to say that the family was placed under computer surveillance or vehicle tracking but it just means that they understand the basic of what they can and can’t do. Spy gadgets aside it is important to understand the threat with such powerful social media website and it is important to recognise their capability to reach so many people so fast. This what was obviously so worrying.
Fortunately, the material was bought to the attention of the MI6 within a very short space of time so the information was not visible for too long but there is no telling who might of seen it.
So, how do you get around this little problem? Well in order for only your close friends to see your profile content you need to edit the privacy settings from within your own account otherwise anyone can see the vital information that you are displaying on your profile.
The fact is that do we really want someone this ‘clumsy’ to be in charge of our foreign affairs on such a massive scale?