TeaOnHer Data Breach: Personal Information Leak Exposes Users

TL;DR

• TeaOnHer, a male-oriented dating advice app, has exposed users’ personal information, including government IDs and selfies.
• The app’s security flaws allow unauthorized access to sensitive data, raising concerns about user privacy and safety.
• Users are advised to take immediate action to protect themselves after a data breach, including changing passwords and enabling two-factor authentication.

Introduction

In a recent turn of events, TeaOnHer, an app designed for men to share dating experiences, has been found leaking users’ personal information. This incident follows a similar data breach in the female-oriented Tea Dating Advice app, raising serious concerns about privacy and security standards in dating advice platforms.

The Data Breach: What Happened?

Last week, we reported on significant security flaws in the Tea Dating Advice app, which led to the exposure of private messages and images, resulting in potential class action lawsuits¹. Now, it has come to light that TeaOnHer, the male equivalent, has also exposed users’ personal information, including government IDs and selfies².

TeaOnHer, a highly ranked app in the iOS Lifestyle category, allows men to share photos and information about women they have dated. The app seems to have been created as a response to the Tea Dating Advice app, using similar language in its App Store description. Unfortunately, it shares the same poor security standards.

Security Flaws and Vulnerabilities

TechCrunch reports that they discovered at least one vulnerability in TeaOnHer that allows any user to access other users’ email addresses, driver’s licenses, self-reported locations, and selfies². Disturbingly, guest users could also view explicit images of women, likely shared without consent.

Moreover, TechCrunch found an email address and password belonging to the app’s creator. While they did not test the hypothesis for legal reasons, it is plausible that these credentials could provide access to the app’s administrator panel².

Protecting Yourself After a Data Breach

While there is no evidence that anyone else has accessed this data, the possibility cannot be ignored. If you are or suspect you may be a victim of a data breach, here are some steps you can take to protect yourself:

• Follow the vendor’s advice: Each breach is unique, so check with the vendor to understand what has happened and follow any specific advice they provide³.
• Change your password: Create a strong, unique password that you do not use for any other accounts. Consider using a password manager to generate and store complex passwords⁴.
• Enable two-factor authentication (2FA): If possible, use a FIDO2-compliant hardware key, laptop, or phone as your second factor. Some forms of 2FA can be phished, but FIDO2 devices cannot⁵.
• Beware of fake vendors: Cybercriminals may pose as the vendor. Always verify the identity of anyone who contacts you through a different communication channel and check the vendor’s website for any official announcements³.
• Take your time: Phishing attacks often impersonate known people or brands and use urgent themes, such as missed deliveries, account suspensions, and security alerts. Always take a moment to verify the legitimacy of such messages.
• Avoid storing card details: While convenient, it is safer not to store your card details on websites.
• Set up identity monitoring: Identity monitoring services can alert you if your personal information is found being traded illegally online and help you recover from identity theft⁶.

Conclusion

The recent data breaches in Tea Dating Advice and TeaOnHer highlight the urgent need for improved security standards in dating advice apps. Users must remain vigilant and take proactive steps to protect their personal information. As these platforms continue to grow in popularity, ensuring the privacy and safety of users should be a top priority.

References

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