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DeepSeek Exposes Sensitive Data in Major Security Lapse

CosmicTaco · 2025-01-30T19:26:17.223296+05:30

- DeepSeek left its database wide open, exposing chat logs, API keys, and sensitive data, according to New York-based infosec firm Wiz. - The database was publicly accessible with no password, allowing full control and potential privilege escalation within DeepSeek's environment. - DeepSeek promptly fixed the issue when informed, but concerns remain about AI security and data protection. Source: [the register](https://www.theregister.com/2025/01/30/deepseek_database_left_open/)

DeepSeek left its database wide open, exposing chat logs, API keys, and sensitive data, according to New York-based infosec firm Wiz.
The database was publicly accessible with no password, allowing full control and potential privilege escalation within DeepSeek's environment.
DeepSeek promptly fixed the issue when informed, but concerns remain about AI security and data protection.

Source: the register