A shocking security lapse has exposed intimate data from several niche dating apps, with an estimated 1.5 million explicit user images leaked online. The breach, uncovered by ethical hackers, reveals just how vulnerable sensitive user information can be—even on platforms claiming to prioritise privacy. The affected apps cater to users in the BDSM, LGBTQ+, and sugar dating communities, sparking widespread alarm over their inadequate cybersecurity protections.
