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Mining for Vulnerabilities: Hidden Dangers of Open Buckets

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In this episode of The Security Repo Podcast, we dive deep into a pervasive cybersecurity issue: open data buckets. Joined by Glen Helton, Director of Information Security at a major multinational and founder of the Sky Witness Project, we explore how improperly secured cloud storage—commonly known as "open buckets"—can expose sensitive data to the world. Glen shares insights on the scale of the problem, revealing that billions of files are currently accessible to anyone with the right tools. We discuss real-world examples, the challenges of responsible disclosure, and practical advice for organizations to secure their data. Whether you're a seasoned security professional or a curious listener, this episode will make you rethink how you handle and protect data in the cloud.

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In this episode of The Security Repo Podcast, we dive deep into a pervasive cybersecurity issue: open data buckets. Joined by Glen Helton, Director of Information Security at a major multinational and founder of the Sky Witness Project, we explore how improperly secured cloud storage—commonly known as "open buckets"—can expose sensitive data to the world. Glen shares insights on the scale of the problem, revealing that billions of files are currently accessible to anyone with the right tools. We discuss real-world examples, the challenges of responsible disclosure, and practical advice for organizations to secure their data. Whether you're a seasoned security professional or a curious listener, this episode will make you rethink how you handle and protect data in the cloud.

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