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Reports revealed that SpaceXAI's Grok Build tool was uploading users' entire codebases to Google Cloud, including blocked files and deleted secrets, before the company disabled the feature after being notified.

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SpaceXAI's Grok Build Tool Was Uploading Users' Entire Codebases to Cloud Storage

What Happened

FAQ

What is SpaceXAI's Grok Build tool?

It is an AI-powered coding tool from SpaceXAI designed to help developers build and edit code.

How does this issue compare to tools like Claude Code?

Grok Build uploaded entire codebases including blocked files and deleted secrets, while tools like Claude Code retain less data and follow stricter security standards.

Should MENA development teams stop using Grok Build?

Yes, it is recommended to assess security risks and temporarily pause use until privacy and security policies are fully clarified.

Source: The Verge AI

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