Identity theft on Facebook, a threat

BBC technology program Click has found that personal details of Facebook users could potentially be stolen.

The popular social networking site allows users to add a variety of applications to their profile. But a malicious program, masquerading as a harmless application, could potentially harvest personal data.

Facebook says users should exercise caution when adding applications. Any programs which violate their terms will be removed, the network said. Read on here

Want to protect your identity, read Click's Facebook security advice, here or watch this vid here