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Caught in the Crunch My Journey from Snacks to 200000 Exposed Users Privacy

  • A ₹10 cashback offer from a biscuit packet led to a major security flaw, exposing the privacy of over 200,000 users.
  • After scanning a QR code on the packet and signing up with his mobile number, the user earned cashback and points.
  • Investigating the backend, the user discovered that sensitive data, including phone numbers, was exposed in the leaderboard and user data endpoints.
  • The user promptly alerted the company about the security flaw, emphasizing the need for stronger data protection measures.

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