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The Global Namespace Risk: Universal Bucket Hijacking Technique for Cloud Data Exfiltration

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The Global Namespace Risk: Universal Bucket Hijacking Technique for Cloud Data Exfiltration

Unit 42 researchers identified a bucket hijacking technique that exploits global name uniqueness across major cloud service providers, potentially allowing attackers to redirect cloud data streams. The vulnerability leverages how bucket naming conventions work across different CSPs to enable data exfiltration. The research demonstrates a cross-platform attack vector affecting cloud storage security.

Why it matters: This technique could allow attackers to redirect legitimate data flows to attacker-controlled buckets; practitioners should review bucket naming policies and implement strict access controls to prevent namespace collisions.

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