Facebook User Data Records Found on Amazon Cloud

A security firm discovered a large amount of Facebook user data stored on an Amazon server by a Mexican company. This data, some of which is outdated, includes personal information and was not properly secured. The discussion explores whether this data is from before the Cambridge Analytica scandal and who is responsible for securing it. Both Facebook and the companies using its data are held accountable, with Amazon also facing scrutiny for its cloud service security. The video highlights ongoing issues with data management and security in cloud computing.

What was discovered by the security research firm regarding user data?

How did the data from Facebook end up being stored by the Mexican firm Curacao Lativa?

What responsibilities do companies have regarding the data they store from Facebook?

What are the implications of improperly configured data on cloud computing servers?

What steps has Amazon taken to improve data security on their cloud services?