Niharika Ray

What starts as one vulnerable API can end in disaster. CloudSEK’s BeVigil uncovered a shocking SQL Injection flaw that exposed 45 databases, over 240 S3 buckets, and an entire AWS cloud setup to potential attackers. From unauthorized data access to full infrastructure takeover, this case reveals the high stakes of API misconfigurations. Dive in to see how a small security gap almost led to a catastrophic breach—and what must be done to prevent the next one.

An exposed API belonging to a major tech service provider left sensitive data of over 33,000 employees publicly accessible—without any authentication. CloudSEK’s BeVigil uncovered unrestricted endpoints leaking personal details, asset configurations, and internal project information, posing serious risks of data theft, social engineering, and further cyberattacks. This report breaks down the vulnerability, potential impact, and the urgent steps organizations must take to secure their APIs before attackers exploit them.