New report shows Facebook allowed tech companies to access more user data than previously thought

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Channel: CBS News · 2018 · News & Politics

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The New York Times reports Facebook allowed top tech companies to access user data, such as friend lists, contact information and private messages. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson explains what data was shared and how Facebook is responding.

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