The women-only dating safety app Tea suffered a significant data breach, resulting in over 72,000 private images, including selfies and government IDs, being leaked online. Hackers discovered that Tea's backend database was unsecured without any passwords or encryption. The leaked data also included private messages, contradicting claims that only older data was involved. The app, which was designed to create a safe space for women, ironically exposed its entire user base's information. Critics pointed to the app's reliance on 'vibe coding,' a term referring to the informal development methods using AI, which can lead to security vulnerabilities. This incident highlights broader issues with the growing dependence on generative AI in coding, where many startups utilize AI-generated features without holding robust security reviews. Tea users are encouraged to monitor their credit and personal information following this breach.

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