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# [Between the Lines: What are the secrets in your code?](https://hungoboss.com/between-the-lines-what-are-the-secrets-in-your-code?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

One critical aspect of security is ensuring that sensitive data, such as passwords, API keys, and encryption keys, are not accidentally exposed in your source code. These sensitive data are usually called “secrets”, and for penetration testers, they ...

Sep 23, 2023 · 5 min read · hungoboss.com  
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