Some Supabase customers are publicly exposing reams of people's data to the web
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β’Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:29:46 +0000
π° What Happened
Security firm UpGuard found about 16,000 databases on Supabase that were leaking personal data to the public internet. Supabase is a popular tool for storing data for apps and websites.
The exposed records included names, addresses, phone numbers, and some passwords. One database belonged to the consulate of an African government in France.
π The Backstory
Supabase reached a $10 billion value this year as more people used it to host apps built with AI. Experts say AI can write code fast, but that code often has security gaps.
Simple setup mistakes have caused many data leaks over the years. UpGuard said the problem is worldwide, not just in the US. Supabase says its projects are secure by default and that safety is shared between the company and its users.
π― Why It Matters
If a company stores your details carelessly, strangers can find them online. This can lead to scams, identity theft, and lost trust in the apps people use every day.
Security firm UpGuard found about 16,000 databases on Supabase that were leaking personal data to the public internet. Supabase is a popular tool for storing data for apps and websites.
The exposed records included names, addresses, phone numbers, and some passwords. One database belonged to the consulate of an African government in France.
Supabase reached a $10 billion value this year as more people used it to host apps built with AI. Experts say AI can write code fast, but that code often has security gaps.
Simple setup mistakes have caused many data leaks over the years. UpGuard said the problem is worldwide, not just in the US. Supabase says its projects are secure by default and that safety is shared between the company and its users.
If a company stores your details carelessly, strangers can find them online. This can lead to scams, identity theft, and lost trust in the apps people use every day.