The women-only dating app Tea experienced a significant data breach, exposing over 72,000 private images, including selfies and government IDs, after hackers discovered its unsecured database. Data totaling 59.3 GB contained verification selfies, government IDs, and private messages, undermining the app's claims of safety for female users. The breach highlights the pitfalls of using 'vibe coding,' where developers may rely on AI-generated code without adequate security measures. Critics pointed out that the app, nominally created to protect women, ended up exposing its users. The original leaker attributed the security lapse to poor coding practices, warning about the risks associated with generative AI in coding. The breach is not isolated; a study indicated that nearly half of AI-generated code could contain exploitable flaws. With user IDs now available online, experts recommend affected users consider credit monitoring to mitigate potential damage.

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