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Over 16,000 Supabase databases expose sensitive user data

Security researchers found over 16,000 Supabase databases with misconfigurations exposing user data including personally identifiable information, passwords, and authentication tokens. Some of the leaked records also include credit card data. The exposures span businesses globally and affect services ranging from a U.S. valet service to an African government consulate. Researchers attribute the leaks to poor security configurations, often linked to AI-assisted app development.

Why it mattersThe incident highlights widespread vulnerabilities in how developers configure cloud-backed databases, especially as low-code and AI-assisted coding tools proliferate. Large breaches of user data harm individuals’ privacy and can lead to further security risks such as identity theft.

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