The viral women-only dating app Tea suffered a massive data breach when its unsecured database was discovered, exposing over 72,000 private images and documents, including selfies and government IDs. The leaked data not only included personal identification but also private messages, all of which are now available online. The breach has raised serious concerns, as Tea had positioned itself as a safe platform for women to discuss and share information about men. The app, which gained popularity with over 4 million users, relied on users uploading IDs and selfies for verification to combat fake accounts and protect user identity. However, this system has backfired, resulting in the very doxxing it sought to prevent. Cybersecurity experts attribute the breach to inadequate coding standards, describing it as a consequence of 'vibe coding,' where developers rely heavily on AI-generated outputs without thorough security reviews. This incident serves as a cautionary tale, highlighting the vulnerabilities inherent in emerging apps that prioritize rapid development over security measures.

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