GitHub Gists, a platform designed for effortless code snippet sharing, has become a popular tool among developers for its simplicity and speed, allowing both public and private sharing with full version history. However, this ease of use has unintentionally introduced significant security risks, as developers often paste sensitive information like API keys and configuration files without thorough review, which GitHub's security scanning does not cover. An analysis of 34,238 public Gists revealed that approximately 5% contained valid credentials, exposing secrets such as OAuth2 tokens and API keys, often due to debugging or rapid collaboration needs. Organizations are advised to implement tools like GitGuardian's "Bring Your Own Source" (BYOS) feature to monitor and manage Gist content, providing visibility into potential exposures and integrating seamlessly with existing security workflows. This proactive approach enables organizations to reduce the risk of unauthorized access through exposed credentials, offering a quantifiable improvement in security posture.