A data architect discovers a system bug exposing 17,000 users' unlisted phone numbers.

A data architect discovers a system bug exposing 17,000 users' unlisted phone numbers. The bug's fix would require a public security disclosure.

• 27% chose: Silently patch the bug and delete all logs. (12 people)
• 73% chose: Disclose the data exposure to affected users. (33 people)

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