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Tools·Jul 21, 2026

Grok CLI tool accidentally uploaded entire home directories to Google Cloud

Tool · Hacker News · stat: — The Grok CLI tool contained a bug causing its upload command to upload a user's entire home directory to a public Google Cloud Storage bucket. This exposed all files,…

Tool · Hacker News · stat: —

The Grok CLI tool contained a bug causing its upload command to upload a user's entire home directory to a public Google Cloud Storage bucket. This exposed all files, including sensitive personal data and configuration files, instead of just the intended target file.

A stark reminder that even major AI labs ship critical bugs. Founders should vet early-stage developer tools for security risks before integrating them into workflows.

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