Open science and data transparency are important tools for preventing unethical practices in science, but they can also pose risks to research integrity. Authors Danny Maupin, Matt Spick, and Nophar Geifman warn that freely available data can be misused, requiring safeguards to be put in place to ensure fair and ethical use of these resources. Open research promotes transparency and collaboration, but without adequate safeguards it can lead to the exploitation of researchers or the misuse of data. The article emphasizes the need for balanced procedures that enable open access to data, but at the same time protect its integrity and the rights of all involved. The authors propose the implementation of protective mechanisms that would minimize the risks associated with open science and promote responsible information sharing. These measures are necessary to maintain trust in open research and to ensure that open data will benefit the entire scientific community.