Chapter

Reporting Security Vulnerabilities Ethically
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22:36 - 27:36 (04:59)

Alex found a vulnerability in Tony Abbott's boarding pass and reported it to Qantas' security team. Despite the security team acknowledging the issue, there was no further communication regarding the matter.

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After discovering a security problem, the speaker went to great lengths to report it responsibly and sought legal help to get answers.
22:36 - 24:48 (02:12)
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Security
Summary

After discovering a security problem, the speaker went to great lengths to report it responsibly and sought legal help to get answers. Although it was legal for the reporter to access the information, it may not be legal for someone with malicious intent to do so, risking exposure of personal information.

Chapter
Reporting Security Vulnerabilities Ethically
Episode
84: Jet-setters
Podcast
Darknet Diaries
The lack of secure coding practices in Qantas' website has led to a security flaw, where personal details of the passenger are at risk of being leaked.
24:48 - 27:36 (02:47)
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Qantas
Summary

The lack of secure coding practices in Qantas' website has led to a security flaw, where personal details of the passenger are at risk of being leaked. The Airline has not taken any action to fix the issue in their managed booking page.

Chapter
Reporting Security Vulnerabilities Ethically
Episode
84: Jet-setters
Podcast
Darknet Diaries