Ensuring the security of a wearable device platform by addressing an authorization flaw in its API
A major wearable device platform
Consumer Electronics
India
Authorization Flaw in API Endpoint
Exposure of sensitive data due to an authorization flaw in the wearable device API
CloudSEK’s BeVigil platform identified an authorization flaw in the API of a major wearable device platform.
This flaw allowed unauthorized access to multiple API endpoints, leading to the exposure of sensitive data from over 50 lakh (5 million) users, including their wearable device information, phone contact cards, emergency contacts, and other PII.
The public exposure of the wearable device data can result in significant security risks, including unauthorized access to sensitive user data.
Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to gain deeper system access, leading to service downtime, privilege escalation, and exposure of proprietary information.
Additionally, compromised systems could be misused for malicious activities, causing further damage to the platform's reputation and customer trust.
CloudSEK BeVigil promptly identified and secured the exposed API endpoints, ensuring that sensitive data was protected and access was restricted.
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