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Vibe-coded apps show major security flaws, 57% of databases exposed

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A security analysis of "vibe-coded" applications revealed significant vulnerabilities in August 2026, with 57% of accessible Supabase databases found to be readable without any login. Common causes include open databases, exposed keys in browser code, or improperly secured routes. The analysis outlines 12 specific checks, many of which require testing the built application or live URL rather than just source code, to identify and fix these misconfigurations. AI

IMPACT Highlights critical security oversights in AI-generated code, urging developers to implement rigorous checks.

RANK_REASON Security checklist for a specific type of AI-generated code ('vibe-coding').

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Vibe-coded apps show major security flaws, 57% of databases exposed

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Security checklist for a specific type of AI-generated code ('vibe-coding').
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  1. Towards AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Remy B. ·

    Vibe Coding Security Checklist: 12 Checks You Should Actually Run (2026)

    <figure><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*qVGNgXibNCEFM2ptGsntDw.png" /></figure><p>In an August 2026 scan, 57% of the reachable vibe-coded Supabase databases were readable without a login. Twelve checks, each with the command, the failing result, and th…

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