Hackers have published intimate details of nearly four million people who subscribe to one of the world's largest adult websites. Users' sexual preferences, whether they are gay or straight and even if they are looking for extramarital affairs are included in the stolen data, Channel 4 News reported last night.
Information about 3. Intimate details of nearly four million users on Adult FriendFinder have been leaked. The California-based site front page shown is one of the world's largest adult websites.
Personal details leaked include post codes, dates of birth and addresses. The parent company said it 'fully appreciates the seriousness of the issue'.
Among the stolen data are addresses linked to dozens of government and armed services personnel, including members of the British Army. The dating site claims to have a total of 63 million global users, including more than seven million British members. It is not known how many Britons are among those whose details have been published. Adult FriendFinder describes itself as a 'thriving sex community' and users often share sensitive information when they sign up.
It bills itself as an online dating service for people looking for likeminded sex partners. Users can pay for a membership, and then create their own profile and talk to others.
