Beyond Base64: The Vulnerability Leaving Millions of Calls Exposed

Time and again, we’re reminded that mere encoding doesn’t equate to robust encryption or security. Relying primarily on encoding as a defense can expose companies to unexpected vulnerabilities. While encoding can help obscure information, it’s crucial to remember it’s not a substitute for genuine encryption or tight access control. This recent lapse came to light in a popular online consulting platform’s mobile app, available on both Android and iOS. As the focus of this blog article is educational, centered around the vulnerability, I will abstain from naming the organization....

September 25, 2023 · 6 min · 1242 words · Gaurang Bhatnagar