Leaked American no-fly list, through... Chinese Shodan and exposed Jenkins

The Vice article discusses a significant security breach that led to the leak of the U.S. no-fly list. This sensitive information was stored on an unsecured airline server, raising serious concerns about traveler safety and privacy. The leak was discovered during a routine search, revealing that personal data files were accessible to anyone who could connect to them. The authors also raise questions about how such incidents can affect public trust in aviation security systems and what steps should be taken to prevent similar breaches in the future. The disclosure of no-fly list information constitutes a grave violation that requires immediate action from both the government and airlines to protect user data and minimize potential risks.