Previously harmless Google API keys now expose Gemini AI data

Google API keys for services like Maps embedded in accessible client-side code could be used to authenticate to the Gemini AI ...
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Hackers can exploit thousands of exposed Google API keys to access Gemini and steal data

Exposed Google API keys previously not considered secrets can now inadvertently grant attackers access to sensitive Gemini API endpoints.
Windows Report

Hackers Could Exploit Exposed Google API Keys to Access Gemini AI

Over 2,800 exposed Google API keys may allow unauthorized Gemini AI access, risking data leaks and massive API charges.

Google's unprotected API keys a security and cost risk due to Gemini AI

Security researchers have found nearly 3000 publicly visible Google API keys authorizing Gemini. This allows abusive access.