Vulnerability Fixation
Information Disclosure In Source Code

This occurs when sensitive data such as passwords, API keys, or encryption secrets are hardcoded or accidentally exposed in the application’s source code or configuration files. Such data can easily be accessed and misused by attackers.

To mitigate this risk, sensitive information should never be hardcoded and must instead be stored securely using environment variables or secret management tools. Regular code reviews and automated scans can help detect accidental exposures before attackers exploit them.