Home » Electronics

Facebook’s latest screw-up unblocked people from users’ blocked lists

03 July, 2018, 07:11 | Author: Leah Owens
  • Check your

The company says a bug on its platform reportedly led to random users being removed from some users' block lists. Crucially, if someone had been unblocked, they could have been able to contact the person who blocked them on Messenger.

On Monday, Facebook revealed that a bug had affected the privacy settings of 800,000 users.

Egan said that the issue has now been fixed and all of the block settings have been restored. To be sure, the company's transparency and clear communication on this latest one is admirable, but you can see how it adds up to death by a thousand cuts if Facebook can't somehow turn things around when it comes to public perception.

People are blocked for harsher reasons, such as harassment or bullying, Egan added. In a blog post, chief privacy officer Erin Egan noted that the unblocking did not surface information shared with friends, but did show things posted to wider audiences, for example, images users shared with friends of friends.

Dutch professor responds to Stephen Hawking's death
He overcame the disease and became one of, if not the world's greatest living scientist. Hawking spent the next half century overturning physicists' conceptions of black holes.

Golden retriever shields owner from rattlesnake bite while hiking
She later posted photos of Todd's swollen face saying, "this is what a hero looks like". "Say a little prayer for my sweet hero". A smooch for Todd from his owner Paula Godwin . "Just a thank you to all the support", Godwin later wrote on Facebook.

EU warns U.S. of major hit if car tariffs imposed
In May, the USA government launched an investigation into imports of automobiles, including SUVs, light trucks and auto parts. The U.S. has also faced hit back from the European Union.

In the case of this bug, she goes on, it didn't reinstate any friend connections that had been severed when the unblocking was first implemented.

The vast majority of the more than 800,000 people affected by the bug had only one person they had blocked be temporarily unblocked, according to Facebook.

Affected users will be notified, and the unblocked users have been automatically re-blocked by Facebook.

Facebook admitted that up to 87 million users may have had their data hijacked by British consultancy Cambridge Analytica, which worked for US President Donald Trump during his 2016 campaign.

Recommended:

  • Former captain tips England to win World Cup

    Former captain tips England to win World Cup

    They enjoy their football and they play without the fear of losing. "That's what got us here today so why change?" he said. I'm still fighting every day to get int the team and prove myself as a player.
    President praises ICE as attacks intensify

    President praises ICE as attacks intensify

    And I think you should reimagine ICE under a new agency with a very different mission and take those two missions out. In another tweet , Trump said: "To the great and courageous men and women of ICE, do not worry or lose your spirit".
    Chelsea Star Hints At Real Madrid Move?

    Chelsea Star Hints At Real Madrid Move?

    If you asked me about [Patrick] Schick I'd say the same thing, I've read so much but no offer has come in. Chelsea are interested in signing Danish global goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel.
  • Crews scramble to protect homes from fierce California wildfire

    Crews scramble to protect homes from fierce California wildfire

    Mandatory evacuations are in place for the Double Eagle subdivision as the Pawnee Fire threatens about 50 structures in the area. Shifting winds have created numerous active portions of the fire that have the potential to increase fire spread.
    Iran moves to defend economy from USA sanctions

    Iran moves to defend economy from USA sanctions

    Khamenei was quoted as saying by Khamenei.ir, referring to US President Donald Trump . Iran has an oil and petrochemicals bourse as part of its mercantile exchange.
    German conservatives urge Merkel, Seehofer to settle migrant dispute

    German conservatives urge Merkel, Seehofer to settle migrant dispute

    A chastened Seehofer said: "I am glad that this agreement has been reached". Although she called the standoff " very serious ", Ms.

  • Largest U.S. business group attacks Trump on tariffs

    Meanwhile, the U.S.is set to impose a 25 per cent tariff on up to $50 billion of Chinese products starting this Friday. The letter also said any auto tariffs would "damage further the reputation" of the USA , according to the FT.
    LeBron James to join Los Angeles Lakers in $154m deal

    LeBron James to join Los Angeles Lakers in $154m deal

    One other victor in the LeBron deal? Of course, the Lakers would risk missing out on Leonard completely by not trading for him. After much speculation and discussion, LeBron James has signed with the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday, July 2 (Manila time).
    Belgium beat Japan with desperate final strike at Fifa World Cup

    Belgium beat Japan with desperate final strike at Fifa World Cup

    48 - It is the first time in 48 years that a team has come from 2-0 down to win a match in the knockout rounds of the World Cup. Brazil will face Belgium in the quarter-finals of the World Cup as Roberto Martinez's side came from 2-0 down to beat Japan 3-2.
  • Paul George: Watch NBA star CONFIRM Thunder move at Russell Westbrook party

    Paul George: Watch NBA star CONFIRM Thunder move at Russell Westbrook party

    After acquiring Carmelo Anthony in September, the Thunder appeared to have formed a superteam with the then-reigning MVP. And two other big names in free agency - Oklahoma City's Paul George and Houston's Chris Paul - have chose to stay put.
    Paul George, Russell Westbrook Friendship Factor in PG Choosing Thunder

    Paul George, Russell Westbrook Friendship Factor in PG Choosing Thunder

    George declined to exercise his player option for 2018-19, making him an unrestricted free agent as of midnight. This years Thunder Day of Service will help the Food Bank fulfill its mission of Fighting HungerFeeding Hope.

    Iran Aims to Keep Oil Exports Flowing Despite US Sanctions

    On Tuesday a senior State Department official described tightening the noose on Tehran as "one of our top national security priorities".


Popular

Abortion and the GOP's well-rehearsed charade
The president is really in the driver's seat along with the assistance of White House counsel Don McGahn. Trump says he will "probably not" ask potential nominees their thoughts on Roe v.

Top former Indian cricketer Ajay Jadeja gives globe a glimpse of Kilkenny
The Indian team management made a decision to give a chance to all players in the T20I series against Ireland. Morgan said England would do more of the same as they want to be flexible leading into the World T20 in 2020.

Durant staying in the bay
Ariza isn't as sexy a name as LeBron or George, and as such, this move won't be talked about that much during the next few days. Not only do they get to keep the 2017 and 2018 NBA Finals MVP, but they also get some financial flexibility in the deal.

FBI Thwarts JULY 4th Bomb Plot in Cleveland — TERROR ATTACK FOILED
According to Anthony, Pitts spoke about attacking public events with bombs and also cutting off hands and heads. When reminded that people would die in a bombing, Pitts said, "I don't care", the affidavit said.

Cavs Open To Trading Kevin Love After LeBron James Joins Lakers
Without both James and Love, the 2018-19 season would likely be dramatically different than the previous four seasons. The LeBron James-less Cavs roster is, probably one of the two or three worst in the Eastern Conference.

Trump Apparently Fooled by Prankster on Air Force One Phone Call
Melendez , who posed as an aide to Menendez , said he was able to speak with senior White House adviser Jared Kushner . Melendez tells Kushner he wants to talk about immigration to which Kushner answers, " OK cool, I'll tell him ." .

Lance Stephenson follows LeBron James to the Lakers
The Associated Press reports that this is James' third time in eight years that he has changed teams . But having James committed for the foreseeable future gives the Lakers reason to play the long game.

Overboard Missing Cruise Employee Found 21 Miles North Of Cuba
The 33-year-old Filipino crew member fell off the Norwegian Getaway - it has not yet been revealed how - on Saturday afternoon. The Coast Guard Air Station Miami sent a HC-144 Ocean Sentry airplane to help conduct the search.

Tiger Woods broke out an all-time fist pump from his knees
Molinari faced a 15-foot par putt on the ninth hole that he poured into the center of the cup to keep a three-shot lead. A pitch from 23 yards came to rest outside of 12 feet, and Woods' par attempt rolled roughly two feet past the hole.

Trump officials lay out ambitious plan to denuclearize North Korea
Security Council to relax sanctions against North Korea - a move believed to have been made in response to Kim's request. On June 28, China and Russian Federation distributed the draft of a press statement calling on members of the U.N.

Latest

Tendencies