Twitter's 'Circle' Feature Exposes Private Lists, Tweets from Random Users
April 11, 2023 By Monica Green
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Twitter's privacy concerns have come to the fore again with the discovery of a new issue that exposes user information. According to a report, the "Circle" feature on Twitter, which allows users to create a private list of accounts, has been compromised.
Random Tweets from People on the List
The issue allows any Twitter user to view the tweets of accounts on someone else's private list, even if they are not following the accounts. This means that random tweets from people on the list are visible to others who are not authorized to view them.
Twitter's Response
Twitter has acknowledged the issue and is reportedly working on a fix. A spokesperson for the company stated that "We’re aware of this issue and are working on a fix. Lists are a powerful way for people to curate and organize the voices that matter to them, and we’re committed to protecting their privacy and security on our platform."
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Impact on User Privacy
The issue highlights the ongoing challenge for social media platforms to protect user privacy. It also raises concerns about how Twitter handles user data, as the company has faced criticism in the past for its handling of user information.
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What You Can Do
In the meantime, Twitter users who are concerned about their privacy can take steps to protect themselves. This includes reviewing and adjusting their privacy settings, being mindful of the information they share online, and reporting any suspicious activity on their account.