DeepSeek leaks one million sensitive records in a major data breach

While DeepSeek acted swiftly to secure the exposed database after Wiz’s disclosure, the incident highlights the growing security risks within AI-driven platforms. As AI models become more advanced, the infrastructure supporting them must also evolve to prevent such critical vulnerabilities.

The breach posed a severe risk, not only to DeepSeek but also to its users, as attackers could potentially exploit the exposed credentials to gain deeper access into the company’s systems.

Regulatory and global scrutiny intensifies

The DeepSeek data leak comes amid increasing global scrutiny of Chinese AI firms. On Tuesday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the US National Security Council (NSC) is reviewing DeepSeek’s implications on the country’s national security. Similarly, Italy’s data protection authority, Garante, announced that it is seeking answers from DeepSeek on its handling of personal data. The Italian watchdog is demanding clarity on what data DeepSeek collects, its sources, purposes, legal basis, and whether the information is stored in China.