Blog.Malwarebytes Discord's Age Verification System Exposes Sensitive Data via Persona
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A flaw in Discord's age verification process has been identified, revealing that frontend components linked to the identity vendor Persona were publicly accessible. This exposure raises questions about the security of sensitive age verification data as Discord navigates its compliance requirements for 2026.
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2026-02-20
Blog post reveals Persona's frontend exposure
2026-02-21
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